Description
Crispy Doritos Fried Cheese Bombs merge classic snack crunch with gooey melted cheese for an irresistible appetizer. Cheese-lovers will devour these indulgent bites that combine crunch, salt, and melted cheese in one perfect snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 sticks mozzarella cheese
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup (240 ml) crushed Doritos (any flavor)
- 1 cup (240 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 ml) breadcrumbs
- vegetable oil for frying (as needed)
Instructions
- Crumb Preparation: Pulverize Doritos into fine, uniform particles using a food processor or rolling pin, ensuring consistent texture for optimal coating.
- Breading Setup: Create three strategic shallow dishes with all-purpose flour, beaten eggs, and crushed Doritos crumbs for efficient coating process.
- Initial Coating: Envelop mozzarella sticks in a light flour dusting, gently removing excess to establish a thin adhesive layer for subsequent egg wash.
- Egg Transformation: Thoroughly immerse flour-coated cheese sticks in beaten eggs, guaranteeing complete coverage to facilitate Doritos crumb attachment.
- Doritos Encrustation: Generously roll egg-drenched cheese sticks in crushed Doritos, firmly pressing to construct a robust, crunchy exterior completely encasing the cheese.
- Double-Coating Enhancement: Repeat egg and Doritos coating to develop a more substantial, textured protective layer around the cheese.
- Freezing Stabilization: Position coated cheese sticks on a clean surface and freeze for 30-45 minutes, solidifying the exterior and preventing cheese leakage during frying.
- Oil Preparation: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pan to 375°F (190°C), utilizing a thermometer for precise temperature management.
- Frying Technique: Gently submerge frozen cheese sticks into hot oil in small batches, maintaining optimal oil temperature and preventing soggy coating.
- Crispy Transformation: Fry for 1-2 minutes per side, rotating to achieve uniformly golden-brown exterior that seals molten cheese inside.
- Draining Process: Extract fried cheese sticks using a slotted spoon, transferring to paper towels to absorb excess oil and rest briefly before serving.
- Serving Presentation: Plate immediately alongside preferred dipping sauce like marinara, ranch, or spicy aioli, ensuring maximum crispiness and temperature.
Notes
- Freeze for Perfection: Chilling the coated cheese sticks helps prevent cheese from oozing out during frying and creates a more stable coating.
- Precise Oil Temperature: Maintain consistent 375°F oil temperature to achieve a crispy golden exterior without burning or undercooking.
- Batch Frying Technique: Fry in small groups to keep oil temperature stable and ensure even, crispy coating on each cheese stick.
- Double Coating Trick: Repeat egg and Doritos coating for an extra crunchy, thick exterior that locks in melted cheese and adds incredible texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg