Description
These Fried Goat Cheese Bites are a delightful appetizer that combines the creaminess of goat cheese with a crispy, golden exterior. Perfect for parties or a special night in, these bites are sure to impress your guests with their crunchy texture and savory flavor.
Ingredients
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For the Goat Cheese Bites:
- 8 oz goat cheese (chevre), chilled
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For Serving (optional):
- Honey, hot honey, or berry jam
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Slice and Freeze the Goat Cheese: Slice the chilled goat cheese into ½-inch thick rounds or roll into small bite-sized balls. Freeze for 15–20 minutes to firm up.
- Prepare the Breading Station: Set up three bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with seasoning.
- Bread the Goat Cheese: Dip each piece in flour, then egg, then coat with panko mixture. Press gently to ensure coating sticks. For extra crunch, repeat egg and breadcrumb steps.
- Fry the Goat Cheese Bites: Heat oil in a skillet, fry in batches for 1–2 minutes until golden. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels, serve warm with honey or jam, garnish with herbs if desired.
Notes
- Double-freeze the bites (after breading) for up to a month and fry straight from frozen.
- These are perfect for holiday parties or wine nights.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus chilling)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
