Description
Crispy Cheesy Parmesan Mozzarella Bites deliver irresistible flavor in one perfect pop of cheesy goodness. Mediterranean-inspired appetizers promise delightful comfort that quickly becomes a crowd-pleasing favorite you cannot stop enjoying.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Cheese Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
Binding Ingredient:
- 1 egg
Serving Sauce:
- Marinara sauce, for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 375F (190C) and cover a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal cooking surface.
- Combine mozzarella, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and dried basil in a mixing bowl, blending ingredients thoroughly to create a uniform cheese mixture.
- Whisk the egg in a separate bowl until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Form the cheese mixture into compact, uniform bite-sized spheres using gentle rolling motions.
- Carefully dunk each cheese ball into the beaten egg, ensuring complete coating and allowing excess egg to drip off.
- Arrange the egg-coated cheese balls on the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them evenly to promote consistent cooking.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, watching for a golden-brown exterior and crispy texture.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes to stabilize the cheese structure.
- Serve immediately alongside warm marinara sauce for a delectable dipping experience.
Notes
- Experiment with different cheese blends like cheddar or gouda for unique flavor profiles.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Enhance the herbal notes by adding fresh chopped parsley or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture for extra zest.
- Prepare these bites ahead of time by assembling and refrigerating, then bake just before serving to maintain maximum crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg