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Mozzarella Bites Recipe

Fried Mozzarella Bites are delicious, easy, and the perfect party appetizer when served with marinara. Everyone loves this bite-sized snack!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
FREEZE
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 136 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 package Mozzarella string cheese (12 count)
  • 2 cups Panko bread crumbs
  • 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon parsley
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • marinara sauce (homemade or store bought)
  • oil for frying

Instructions

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  1. Cut string cheese into 1" pieces
  2. Prepare coating process by pouring milk in a bowl and setting aside. Put 1 cup flour in a plastic bag and in another bag add 2 cups panko, mixed with seasonings.
  3. Place cheese in milk, one handful at a time.
  4. Toss into your flour bag and shake well.
  5. Put cheese back into your milk bowl and coat completely.
  6. Toss in panko bag and shake until evenly coated.
  7. Place mozzarella bites on a plate or in a bag and freeze for at least 2 hours.
  8. Heat up oil on medium heat. Fry in hot oil until golden brown. Be sure to take them out of the oil before they get too hot or cheese will ooze out of breading.
  9. Serve warm with marinara sauce. ENJOY!

Nutrition Information

Calories 136kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 1g (2%) Cholesterol 3mg (1%) Sodium 124mg (5%) Potassium 92mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 55IU (1%) Calcium 71mg (7%) Iron 1.6mg (9%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 136

% Daily Value*

Calories 136kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 1g 2%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 124mg 5%
Potassium 92mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 55IU 1%
Calcium 71mg 7%
Iron 1.6mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.