Are you craving a delectable appetizer or snack that will tantalize your taste buds with its golden-brown, crispy exterior and gooey, melted cheesy center? Look no further than deep-fried cheese squares, a culinary delight that blends the richness of cheese with the perfect amount of crunch. Whether you're hosting a party, seeking a satisfying after-school snack, or simply looking for a quick and easy yet indulgent treat, this article will guide you through the steps to create the ultimate deep-fried cheese squares that will leave you and your loved ones craving more.
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CRISPY FRIED CHEESE SQUARES
Melt-in-your-mouth crispy fried cheese squares are a no-nonsense appetizer that will have guests coming back for more. Recipe courtesy Chuck Hughes
Provided by Chuck Hughes
Categories Cheese
Time 3h25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and stir in 1/2 cup flour. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes.
- Whisk in the milk, and cook, whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens.
- Bring to a boil, then add the cheeses and stir until melted and smooth. Add cayenne, salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from the heat and pour into a 9-inch (23-centimeter) square pan. Cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until firm, at least 3 hours.
- Remove the plastic wrap and invert the cheese mixture onto a work surface. Cut into 6 large or 12 medium squares.
- Put the remaining 1/2 cup flour, the eggs and breadcrumbs in 3 separate bowls.
- Heat the oil in a deep fryer to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
- Dredge each cheese square in the flour, then dip in the eggs and finally coat with the breadcrumbs. Fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- To serve, place 1 large or 2 medium fried cheese squares on each plate. Toss the arugula with lemon juice, olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Top the fried cheese with pickled vegetables and the arugula.
- Cook's Note:.
- You can substitute any of the cheeses in this recipe with your favorites. The cheese squares can be frozen before frying to make them easier to work with.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 48.4, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 124, Sodium 47.4, Carbohydrate 0.4, Sugar 0.1, Protein 4.2
DELICES DE FROMAGE (DEEP FRIED CHEESE SQUARES)
Make and share this Delices De Fromage (Deep Fried Cheese Squares) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Nyteglori
Categories Cheese
Time 9h45m
Yield 12 squares
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Directions.
- In a heavy 3 to 4-quart saucepan melt the butter over moderate heat. When the foam begins to subside, stir in 3/4 cup of the flour and mix well. Add the milk in a stream whisking constantly. Cook over high heat until the sauce comes to a boil and thickens. Simmer for another 10 minutes on low heat, whisking often.
- Take the pan off the heat and beat in the egg yolks, one at a time, using a wooden spoon. Season with the salt and pepper. Add the grated cheese and mix well. Pour into a greased baking dish (8 by 6-inches) and spread into a 1/2-inch thick layer. Use a spatula to smooth the top. Allow to cool to room temperature, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 8 hours, or overnight, until firm.
- Using a pastry wheel or a sharp knife, cut the mixture into 2-inch squares and transfer them to a sheet of waxed paper. Dredge each square into the remaining flour and coat completely. Shake off excess flour and dip into the egg wash, followed by the bread crumbs. Pat the square gently with a spatula to help the crumbs adhere. Repeat with all the squares and place them on a baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, until the coating is firm.
- In a deep fryer or heavy saucepan, heat 2 to 3-inches of oil until it reaches 375 degrees. Preheat the oven to its lowest temperature. Line a baking dish with paper towels and set in the middle of the oven.
- Deep-fry the squares 3 or 4 at a time, turning them with a slotted spoon for about 5 minutes, until golden brown on both sides. As they brown, transfer them to a baking dish in the oven to keep them warm while you deep-fry the rest. Serve at once as a first course or an accompaniment to the drinks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.2, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 97.8, Sodium 322.6, Carbohydrate 18.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.7, Protein 8.2
DEEP-FRIED CHEESECAKE BITES
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 18 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For the cheesecake mixture: Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Beat the cream cheese until smooth in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Add the sugar, vanilla and graham cracker crumbs and beat until well combined. Scoop 1-tablespoon balls of the cheesecake mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Freeze for about 30 minutes.
- For the strawberry sauce: Meanwhile, combine the strawberries, sugar and lemon juice in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring often, until the sugar is dissolved and the berries begin to break down and to give off their juices, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the seeds. Set aside.
- For the batter: Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until the oil registers 350 degrees F on a deep-frying thermometer. Line a baking sheet with paper towels and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Add the milk and whisk until smooth.
- When the oil is ready, remove the cheesecake balls from the freezer. Working in batches, add the cheesecake balls to the batter a few at a time, turning to coat. Remove from the batter, allowing excess to drip off, and then carefully add to the oil. Fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per batch (allow the oil to return to temperature between batches). Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on the paper towels.
- Serve warm, with strawberry sauce.
DEEP FRIED CHEESE CURDS
Straight out of Wisconsin, fried cheese curds are a favorite at carnivals and fairs. They look like little balls of popcorn and taste like cheese! Use up to 2 pounds of cheese curds with this recipe.
Provided by Janet
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese
Time 11m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the eggs and milk. Mix until smooth. Add more milk for a thinner batter. Coat the cheese curds with the batter.
- Heat the oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Fry the coated cheese curds approximately 1 minute each, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.5 g, Cholesterol 35.8 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 196.4 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
FRIED CHEESECAKE BARS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: cream cheese, lemon juice, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, heavy cream, all-purpose flour, large eggs, graham crackers, canola oil, strawberry sauce, whipped cream, powdered sugar
Provided by Katie Aubin
Categories Desserts
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the cream cheese, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Once smooth, use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl, then add the sugar and heavy cream. Mix on high speed for about 2 minutes, or until the batter is thick and smooth.
- Pour batter into a 13x9-inch (33x23-cm) baking dish lined with parchment paper. Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly and make the top as level as possible.
- Freeze for four hours.
- Fill a gallon-size plastic bag with the graham crackers. Use a rolling pin or meat mallet to crush the graham crackers until they are super-fine crumbs.
- Pour the flour, eggs, and graham cracker crumbs into 3 separate medium bowls.
- Heat the oil in a large pot until it reaches 350°F (180°C).
- Remove the cheesecake batter from the freezer and use the parchment paper to lift it out of the pan. Cut the cheesecake into 12 4x3-inch (10x7-cm) bars.
- Take a piece of cheesecake and toss it in the flour. Tap off any excess flour, dip the piece in the egg, and then toss it in the graham cracker crumbs. Dip it back in the egg again, then toss in the graham cracker crumbs once more. Repeat with the remaining cheesecake pieces.
- Fry the breaded cheesecake, 2 or 3 bars at a time, until golden brown, 30-60 seconds.
- Drain the cheesecake bars on a wire rack or paper towels.
- Serve with strawberry sauce, whipped cream, and powdered sugar.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1014 calories, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 98 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 20 grams
FRIED MACARONI-AND-CHEESE BITES
Make way for little squares of heaven -- these fried morsels are sure to be voted most popular at any party. You can (and should) prepare the stovetop macaroni and cheese a few days ahead, since it will firm up in the refrigerator, for easier cutting. Then follow a two-step breading process, using panko instead of regular breadcrumbs for a crust that's crisp yet light. Don't be put off by the yield; the squares fry quickly, in three or four batches, and you can reheat replenishments over the course of the evening -- whenever the platter is wiped clean (which will be often).This recipe originally appeared in "Martha Stewart's Appetizers" (Clarkson Potter).
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes about 10 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook macaroni until al dente according to package instructions; drain.
- In pot, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, and cook, stirring frequently, until mixture is pale golden and has a nutty aroma, about 4 minutes. Whisking constantly, slowly add milk. Cook, whisking along bottom of pot, until boiling, about 7 minutes. Reduce heat and gently simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce is thickened, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from heat, and add remaining 1 tablespoon butter, the mustard powder, and cheese. Stir until melted and sauce is smooth; season with salt. Add macaroni to sauce, and stir to combine.
- Line a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with parchment; brush parchment lightly with oil. Spread macaroni mixture evenly in dish. Cover and refrigerate until firm, at least 8 hours.
- Invert set macaroni and cheese onto a cutting board and remove parchment. Cut into 1-inch squares with a sharp knife.
- Whisk eggs in a shallow dish. In a shallow dish, season panko with salt. Dip macaroni squares, a few at a time, in eggs, allowing excess to drip off into dish, then roll in panko mixture to coat completely. Transfer to a wire rack set on a baking sheet.
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium until shimmering. Working in batches, add coated squares in a single layer (do not crowd pan); cook, turning occasionally, until all sides are crisp and golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes total. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined rack to drain and cool slightly. Wipe skillet clean. Repeat process with more oil and remaining squares. Serve warm.
Tips:
- For the best results, use a good quality mozzarella cheese that melts well.
- Make sure the cheese is cut into even squares so that they cook evenly.
- Dredge the cheese squares in flour before frying to help them brown and prevent them from sticking together.
- Fry the cheese squares in hot oil until they are golden brown and bubbly.
- Serve the cheese squares immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Deep-fried cheese squares are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or game day gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make these cheesy treats that will be a hit with everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give deep-fried cheese squares a try. You won't be disappointed!
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