Savor the deliciousness of homemade Mozzarella Bites, a delightful appetizer perfect for any gathering or snack time. These bite-sized treats, featuring string cheese coated in a crispy breadcrumb crust, are easy to prepare and irresistibly tasty. Perfect for those who love a cheesy, crunchy snack, these Mozzarella Bites are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults!

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EASY FRIED CHEESE BITES

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Ingredients

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10 ozmozzarella string cheese (or10sticks)
1 cupItalian bread crumbs1 cupflour2eggs1/4 cupmilkCayenne pepper (optional)Vegetable oil for frying
1 cupflour2eggs1/4 cupmilkCayenne pepper (optional)Vegetable oil for frying
2eggs
1/4 cupmilkCayenne pepper (optional)Vegetable oil for frying
Cayenne pepper (optional)Vegetable oil for frying
Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Cut string cheese sticks into bite-sized pieces.Whisk eggs and milk together in a medium bowl.Set up a breading station with three bowls: flour, egg mixture, and bread crumbs.Coat each cheese piece in flour, dip in egg mixture, then roll in bread crumbs.Heat vegetable oil to 350 degrees in a medium skillet.Fry 5-7 cheese bites at a time for about 30 seconds until golden brown.Remove bites using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.Repeat with remaining cheese bites.Serve hot with pasta sauce or enjoy plain.
Whisk eggs and milk together in a medium bowl.Set up a breading station with three bowls: flour, egg mixture, and bread crumbs.Coat each cheese piece in flour, dip in egg mixture, then roll in bread crumbs.Heat vegetable oil to 350 degrees in a medium skillet.Fry 5-7 cheese bites at a time for about 30 seconds until golden brown.Remove bites using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.Repeat with remaining cheese bites.Serve hot with pasta sauce or enjoy plain.
Set up a breading station with three bowls: flour, egg mixture, and bread crumbs.Coat each cheese piece in flour, dip in egg mixture, then roll in bread crumbs.Heat vegetable oil to 350 degrees in a medium skillet.Fry 5-7 cheese bites at a time for about 30 seconds until golden brown.Remove bites using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.Repeat with remaining cheese bites.Serve hot with pasta sauce or enjoy plain.
Coat each cheese piece in flour, dip in egg mixture, then roll in bread crumbs.Heat vegetable oil to 350 degrees in a medium skillet.Fry 5-7 cheese bites at a time for about 30 seconds until golden brown.Remove bites using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.Repeat with remaining cheese bites.Serve hot with pasta sauce or enjoy plain.
Heat vegetable oil to 350 degrees in a medium skillet.Fry 5-7 cheese bites at a time for about 30 seconds until golden brown.Remove bites using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.Repeat with remaining cheese bites.Serve hot with pasta sauce or enjoy plain.
Fry 5-7 cheese bites at a time for about 30 seconds until golden brown.Remove bites using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.Repeat with remaining cheese bites.Serve hot with pasta sauce or enjoy plain.
Remove bites using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.Repeat with remaining cheese bites.Serve hot with pasta sauce or enjoy plain.
Repeat with remaining cheese bites.Serve hot with pasta sauce or enjoy plain.
Serve hot with pasta sauce or enjoy plain.

Notes

Add cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mixture for a spicy kick.Ensure oil is at the correct temperature for the best results.
Ensure oil is at the correct temperature for the best results.