Easy Fried String Cheese Bites - dinner recipes
Crispy, cheesy, and irresistibly delicious! These easy fried string cheese bites are the perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 string cheese sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 1/2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Cut each string cheese stick in half to create 16 pieces.
- Set up a breading station: Place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and mix breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a third.
- Dredge each cheese piece in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place coated cheese bites on a tray and freeze for at least 30 minutes to prevent melting while frying.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry cheese bites in small batches for about 30-45 seconds until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately with marinara sauce for dipping.