Crispy Cheese Bites
These crispy bite-size cheese bites are made with two types of cheese, coated in a deliciously seasoned breadcrumb mixture, and fried to golden perfection.
Servings: 22 Cheese Bites
Calories: 164kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups gouda cheese, shredded
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs, crushed
- 2 teaspoons Slap Ya Mama seasoning
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1-2 cups vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Set up a dredging station with 3 shallow containers.
- The first container with flour, the second with buttermilk and egg whisked together, and the third with the breadcrumbs and all the seasonings.
- In a large bowl, add both cheeses and mix together.
- Roll into small balls and place on a small baking sheet.
- Flash freeze for 30-45 minutes.
- In a large frying pan or skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
- Roll each ball into flour, then into the egg mixture, next in the breadcrumb mixture, back into the egg mixture and back into the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place about 6-8 bites at a time into the hot oil. Cook until golden on all sides.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a plate lined with paper towels.
- Work in batches.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 283mg | Potassium: 70mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 392IU | Calcium: 240mg | Iron: 1mg