Deep Fried Cheese Curds
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly gooey, these Deep Fried Cheese Curds are the ultimate crowd-pleasing snack or appetizer! Made with fresh cheese curds coated in a perfectly seasoned batter of flour, cornstarch, and spices, then dipped in egg wash and breadcrumbs for an extra crunch, they’re fried to perfection in hot oil for a melty center encased in a crunchy shell. Ready in just 25 minutes, these bite-sized delights are easy to make and perfect for game day gatherings, family parties, or indulgent evenings at home. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch or marinara for a savory treat that’s bursting with flavor. Ideal keywords: deep-fried cheese curds, crispy cheese appetizer, homemade fried snacks, party food ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cheese curds
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 2 cups Breadcrumbs
- 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
Prepare your workstation by setting up three bowls. In the first bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. In the second bowl, beat the eggs with milk. In the third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
Dip a cheese curd into the flour mixture, ensuring it is lightly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
Next, dip the floured cheese curd into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
Finally, coat the cheese curd in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure an even coating. Repeat with the remaining cheese curds and place them on a baking sheet.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large, heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F (190°C).
Working in small batches, carefully drop a few cheese curds at a time into the hot oil. Fry for 1-2 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried cheese curds from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Repeat the frying process with the remaining cheese curds.
Serve the cheese curds immediately with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing or marinara sauce, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
11454 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1121.8 g | 1438% | |
| Saturated Fat | 227.9 g | 1140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 832 mg | 277% | |
| Sodium | 8900 mg | 387% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 287.5 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.0 g | ||
| Protein | 163.3 g | 327% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 3561 mg | 274% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 856 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
