Yessss 🧀🔥 these are crunchy outside, gooey inside, and ridiculously snackable.
Here’s how to make Air Fryer Crispy Cheese Bites that don’t explode everywhere 👇
🧀 Air Fryer Crispy Cheese Bites
🧂 Ingredients
- 8 oz block mozzarella (or cheddar, pepper jack, etc.)
- 1 egg
- ½ cup almond flour (or regular flour)
- ½ cup crushed pork rinds or breadcrumbs
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper
- Cooking spray
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cut the cheese
Cut into 1-inch cubes.
2️⃣ Freeze (important!)
Freeze cubes for 30–45 minutes.
This prevents melting too fast.
3️⃣ Set up breading station
- Bowl 1: Almond flour + seasoning
- Bowl 2: Beaten egg
- Bowl 3: Pork rinds or breadcrumbs
4️⃣ Coat
Roll each cube in:
Flour → Egg → Crumbs
Press coating firmly.
For extra crispiness: repeat egg + crumbs.
5️⃣ Air Fry
Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly spray basket and bites.
Cook 5–7 minutes until golden.
⚠️ Watch closely — cheese can burst if overcooked.
🔥 Pro Tips
- Don’t overcrowd basket.
- If cheese leaks slightly, let cool — it crisps up.
- Serve immediately for best stretch.
🥣 Dip Ideas
- Marinara
- Ranch
- Spicy mayo
- Garlic butter
If you tell me:
- Keto or regular?
- Want spicy?
- Using shredded cheese instead of block?
I’ll adjust the recipe perfectly.