Description
Savory and cheesy bites that are perfect for an appetizer or snack, featuring a crispy exterior and gooey cheesy center.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (diced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg (beaten)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the diced mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
- Take a small amount of the cheese mixture and form it into bite-sized balls, about an inch in diameter.
- Dip each cheese ball into the beaten egg and then roll them in additional breadcrumbs.
- In a frying pan, heat oil over medium heat and carefully place the cheese bites in the heated oil, frying until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove from the oil and let drain on paper towels.
Notes
Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg