🧀 Crispy Cheese Fritters Recipe
Serves: 4–6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
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1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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½ tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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1 large egg
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¼ cup milk
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½ cup breadcrumbs (optional, for extra crispiness)
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Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Optional flavorings: garlic powder, paprika, chopped herbs (parsley, chives)
👩🍳 Instructions
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Mix the batter:
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In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
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Stir in the egg and milk until smooth.
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Fold in shredded cheese and optional herbs or spices.
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Optional breadcrumb coating:
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For extra crisp, roll small spoonfuls of the batter in breadcrumbs before frying.
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Heat the oil:
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In a deep skillet or saucepan, heat about 1 inch of oil to 350°F (175°C).
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Fry the fritters:
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Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil, 2–3 at a time (don’t overcrowd).
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Fry 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
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Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
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Serve immediately:
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Hot fritters are best — gooey cheese inside and crunchy outside!
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Serve with marinara sauce, ranch, or a spicy dip.
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🧡 Tips
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Use a cheese that melts well, like mozzarella, cheddar, or a mix.
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Make them bite-sized so they cook evenly.
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Serve straight from the fryer — they lose their crispness as they cool.
I can create an image of these cheese fritters — golden, crispy bites with melted cheese oozing out, served with dipping sauce — if you want. Do you want me to do that?
