Description
Irresistible snack combining gooey mozzarella and nutty parmesan in a crispy panko coating, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan until evenly mixed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Form the cheese mixture into golf ball-sized bites, ensuring they are tightly packed.
- Dip each bite into the egg mixture, coating it well before rolling in the panko breadcrumbs.
- Place the bites on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until they’re beautifully golden brown.
Notes
Serve warm with marinara sauce or sriracha for dipping. Store leftover bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: cheesy bites, mozzarella, snacks, vegetarian, party food