Parmesan & Mozzarella Cheese Bites
Crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, these Parmesan & Mozzarella Cheese Bites are perfect for parties or cozy evenings at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Cooking spray or olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Combine the grated Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and chopped parsley if using in a mixing bowl.
- Whisk the egg in a separate bowl.
- Add the beaten egg to the cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
- Using a spoon, scoop out small amounts of the mixture and shape them into bite-sized balls.
- Place the cheese bites on the prepared baking sheet about an inch apart.
- Optional: Sprinkle the tops lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for about 10-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve these bites with dipping sauces like marinara or ranch. They store well for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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