Crispy Queso Bites
The ultimate comfort food, Crispy Queso Bites are your go-to cheesy snack. Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, these bites are perfect for game nights or cozy gatherings. Easy to make and irresistible, you won’t be able to stop at just one!
Equipment
- Skillet
- Chef's Knife
- Mixing Bowl
- Frying Pan
Ingredients
- 1 cup Canola oil for frying
- 1 cup Nacho cheese tortilla chips finely crushed
- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 16 oz Mexican Velveeta Cheese cubed into bite size pieces
- 3 Eggs lightly beaten
- 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Parsley freshly chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a heavy bottomed pot or deep fryer to 350 degrees F. Combine the finely crushed nacho cheese tortilla chips with panko bread crumbs in a shallow bowl and set aside. Place the lightly beaten eggs in another shallow dish, and the flour in another shallow dish. You should have three separate dishes lined up and ready to go.
- Take each cheese cube and dip it in the egg, then coat it with flour, then dip it in the egg one more time, followed by the bread crumb mixture. Set the cheese cubes on a lined tray until you're ready to fry them, or freeze and fry later.
- Carefully place the cheese cubes in the oil, a few at a time, and cook until golden brown. Some cheese might ooze out, but there is still plenty of cheese inside the cube. Place fried cubes on a paper towel lined plate to drain. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and enjoy right away.
Notes
- Tip 1: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Tip 2: You can freeze un-fried, coated cheese cubes to enjoy later.
- Tip 3: Serve with your favorite dips for a delightful experience.
- Tip 4: Experiment with different cheeses for unique flavors.
- Tip 5: Add chopped jalapeños for a spicy kick.