Easy Fried Cheese Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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A handful of mozzarella string cheese sticks (10).
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1 cup of all-purpose flour.
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Breadcrumbs (Italian-style), 1 cup.
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Two big eggs.
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Around 1/4 cup of milk.
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A dash of cayenne for some heat (if you like).
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Oil for frying, like vegetable oil.
# Instructions:
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Slice the string cheese into small, snackable chunks.
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In one bowl, beat together the eggs and milk. Use separate bowls for flour and breadcrumbs.
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Dunk each cheese bite first in the flour, then cover it with the egg mix, and finally press it into breadcrumbs. Place them on a plate.
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Pour enough oil into your pan to make it about 2 inches deep. Heat it to 350°F and check readiness with a wooden handle—bubbles mean it's good to go.
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Drop 5-7 cheese bites at a time into the hot oil. Fry for about half a minute until golden brown, keeping them apart. Drain on paper towels after.
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Best served warm. Add marinara if you want a dipping sauce.
# Notes:
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Eat them right away for the perfect gooey center.
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Cooking in smaller batches helps avoid them sticking together.