Description
Air Fried Babybel Cheese is a quick and easy snack that transforms classic Babybel cheese into crispy, golden, gooey bites using an air fryer. This healthier, crowd-pleasing appetizer offers perfectly crunchy coating with minimal ingredients and is perfect for parties, kids, or a savory treat any time.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6 Babybel Cheese rounds, wax removed
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for GF option)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs (or gluten-free bread crumbs)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Cooking spray or light oil mist
Instructions
- Prepare the Babybel Cheese: Carefully unwrap and completely remove the wax from each Babybel cheese round, keeping the cheese intact and ready for coating.
- Set Up Your Dredging Stations: In three separate bowls, place the flour seasoned with salt and pepper in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and combine panko breadcrumbs with garlic powder and paprika in the third bowl.
- Coat the Babybel Cheese: Dip each cheese ball into the seasoned flour, shaking off the excess, then into the egg wash, and finally coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the crust sticks well.
- Preheat and Air Fry: Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Arrange the coated Babybel cheeses in a single layer inside the basket. Lightly spray them with cooking oil and air fry for 6-8 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is melty inside.
- Cool and Serve: Carefully remove the bites from the air fryer and let them cool slightly to avoid burns. Serve immediately for the best crispy and gooey experience.
Notes
- Make sure to fully remove the wax coating before cooking to avoid unpleasant textures.
- Press breadcrumbs gently but firmly to prevent the crust from falling off during air frying.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; arrange cheese balls in a single layer for even crisping.
- Use a light spray of cooking oil for a golden finish and added crunch.
- Serve warm for optimal gooey cheese texture and crispy exterior.
- For reheating, air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 3-4 minutes to refresh crispiness without overcooking.
- Variations include adding cayenne for spice, herbs for aroma, or substituting cheese or coating ingredients for dietary preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese bite
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Babybel cheese, air fryer snack, crispy cheese bites, cheesy appetizer, gluten free snack, party appetizer
