Mozzarella Cheese Balls (Printable)
Crispy fried mozzarella cubes with melty centers, perfect for sharing
# What You Need:
→ Cheese
01 - 8.8 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into ¾-inch cubes
→ Breading
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 3.5 oz all-purpose flour
04 - 5.3 oz breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
05 - 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (optional)
06 - ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
07 - ½ tsp salt
08 - ¼ tsp black pepper
→ Frying
09 - Vegetable oil, for deep frying
# Directions:
01 - Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian herbs; one with beaten eggs; and one with breadcrumbs.
02 - Pat the mozzarella cubes dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture for better coating adhesion.
03 - Roll each mozzarella cube in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat thoroughly in breadcrumbs. For extra crispiness, repeat the egg and breadcrumb steps for a double coating.
04 - Place breaded cheese balls on a tray and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to help the coating set before frying.
05 - Heat enough vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F.
06 - Fry the cheese balls in batches for 1–2 minutes or until golden brown. Do not overcrowd the pan to maintain oil temperature.
07 - Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The contrast between the crispy golden outside and the molten cheese inside is absolutely addictive
- They come together in under 30 minutes but taste like something from a restaurant
02 -
- Hot oil splatters violently when water hits it so pat those cheese cubes completely dry
- If cheese starts leaking during frying the oil temperature is too low or the coating was too thin
03 -
- Work quickly when coating so the cheese does not warm up from your hands
- A cookie scoop helps portion the flour and breadcrumbs evenly over each cube