Description
These Baked Mozzarella Bites are a quick and easy snack or appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with just a few simple ingredients, they’re crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and incredibly delicious.
Ingredients
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- Mozzarella cheese sticks (amount as desired)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup seasoned or regular Panko breadcrumbs
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Freeze Cheese: Cut mozzarella sticks into bite-sized pieces and freeze until solid.
- Prepare Dredging Stations: In a small bowl, whisk the egg. In another bowl, combine flour, garlic salt, and Italian seasoning. Place Panko breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish.
- Bread Cheese: Dip frozen cheese bites in the flour mixture, then the egg wash, and finally the Panko breadcrumbs, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray. Arrange breaded cheese bites on the baking sheet and spray the tops with cooking spray. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Watch closely to prevent over-melting.
Notes
- Freezing: If not baking immediately, freeze the breaded cheese bites again until ready to bake.
- Cheese: You can use other types of cheese sticks, such as string cheese or pepper jack cheese.
- Seasoning: Adjust the amount of seasoning in the breading to your preference.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
