Air Fried Babybel Cheese Recipe

Introduction

Air Fried Babybel Cheese is a crispy, gooey snack that’s quick to prepare and perfect for a cheesy treat. Coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and cooked to golden perfection, these bite-sized delights are sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 10 Babybel round cheeses (unwrapped and wax removed)
• 1/2 cup flour
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup Italian bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Add all-purpose flour into a shallow bowl or plate.
2. Step 2: Whisk eggs together in a separate shallow bowl.
3. Step 3: In a third bowl, combine bread crumbs with garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and ground pepper. Mix well.
4. Step 4: Remove any paper or wax from the Babybel cheese rounds.
5. Step 5: Dredge each cheese round in flour, gently tapping off any excess.
6. Step 6: Dip the floured cheese into the beaten eggs, ensuring both sides are coated.
7. Step 7: Coat the egg-dipped cheese in the breadcrumb mixture, covering both sides.
8. Step 8: Repeat the egg and breadcrumb coating once more for a double crust.
9. Step 9: Complete breading all cheese rounds.
10. Step 10: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
11. Step 11: Place the breaded cheese rounds in the air fryer basket, making sure they do not touch.
12. Step 12: Air fry at 400°F for 5 minutes until golden and melty.
13. Step 13: Carefully remove with tongs and serve immediately while hot and gooey.

Tips & Variations

• For extra crispiness, add a pinch of Parmesan cheese to the breadcrumb mixture.
• Try different herbs like thyme or basil for a unique flavor twist.
• If you don’t have an air fryer, you can also bake the cheese rounds at 425°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Storage

These air fried cheeses are best enjoyed fresh, as they are gooey and crispy right after cooking. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Reheat gently in an air fryer or oven to restore the crisp texture, avoiding the microwave to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I freeze the breaded Babybel cheese before air frying?

Yes, you can freeze the breaded cheese rounds on a tray for about an hour, then transfer to a freezer bag. Air fry them directly from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes to the cooking time.

What can I serve with air fried Babybel cheese?

These are delicious on their own or paired with marinara sauce, ranch dip, or a fresh salad for a light snack or appetizer.

Air Fried Babybel Cheese Recipe

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Crispy and melty Air Fried Babybel Cheese rounds, coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and air fried to golden perfection. A delicious snack or appetizer that’s quick and easy to prepare with a satisfying crunch and gooey cheese center.

• Author: Marco
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 10 servings 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Air Frying
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cheese

• 10 Babybel round cheeses (unwrapped and wax removed)

Breading

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup Italian bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare the flour: Add all-purpose flour into a shallow bowl or plate for the first dredging step.
2. Whisk the eggs: Beat the eggs together in a separate shallow bowl to create an egg wash for coating.
3. Mix the breadcrumb seasoning: In a third bowl, combine the Italian bread crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and ground pepper; mix thoroughly for even seasoning.
4. Unwrap cheese: Remove any paper or wax from all Babybel cheese rounds to prepare for breading.
5. First coat with flour: Dredge each Babybel cheese round in flour, gently tapping off any excess to ensure a light coating.
6. First egg wash: Dip the floured cheese into the whisked eggs, coating both sides completely.
7. First breadcrumb coat: Coat the egg-dipped cheese with the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, covering both sides thoroughly.
8. Second egg wash and breadcrumb coat: Repeat dipping each cheese round into the egg wash and then into the breadcrumbs once more to achieve a double coating for extra crispiness.
9. Complete breading: Continue the double breading process for all cheese rounds evenly.
10. Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
11. Arrange cheese in basket: Place the breaded cheese rounds in the air fryer basket carefully, making sure they do not touch to allow air circulation.
12. Air fry cheese: Cook the cheese rounds in the air fryer at 400°F for 5 minutes until golden and crispy on the outside.
13. Serve hot: Carefully remove the cheese rounds using tongs and serve immediately while the cheese is hot and melty inside.

Notes

• Make sure to remove all wax from the Babybel cheeses before breading to ensure proper coating.
• Double coating with egg and breadcrumbs creates a crispier crust that holds the melted cheese inside.
• Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow even air circulation and crisping.
• Serve immediately for the best melty and crispy texture.
• Use tongs to handle hot cheese rounds to avoid burns and maintain their shape.

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