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Air Fried Babybel Cheese is going to be your latest obsession! It's the perfect snack or easy appetizer that everyone will love. This viral Tiktok recipe has taken the world by storm, including us! There's a good chance that it's about to be one of your favorite things, too!
Cheese lovers will love the simple steps to make this air fryer recipe! All you need to make air fryer Babybel cheese is the handful of ingredients listed below. The melted cheese coated with a crunchy texture will have you grabbing for one more!
Keep in mind that it's always an option to dunk Babybels into marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or your favorite dipping sauce.
It's the perfect snack or appetizer for game day or family get-togethers.
Ingredients
- Babybel cheese
- All-purpose flour
- Large eggs
- Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
How to make Fried Cheese Bites
- Remove the wrapper and wax packaging around each piece of cheese, then set aside.
- Make three separate dipping stations using shallow bowls. In the first bowl, add the flour. In a second bowl, whisk the eggs together.And in the third bowl, add the breadcrumbs.
- Dip cheese into the flour until lightly coated. Next, dip the coated cheese into the whisked eggs. You want to make sure it’s coated enough with whisked egg, so the coating will stick.
- Finally, dip the cheese into the breadcrumbs, until well coated. Repeat until all cheese rounds are coated. You can double dip into the breadcrumbs to make sure they are well coated so the cheese doesn’t melt out.
- Lightly spritz both sides of the cheese with olive oil spray and then place it in an air fryer basket without touching or overlapping. (You may have to work in batches.)
- Air fry at 380 degrees F for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through air frying until the coating is golden brown.Remove from the air fryer and eat while warm.
How to Serve
These are perfect for your next party and are an easy way to feed your guests! Serve this simple recipe as the perfect appetizer or a snacking night at home.
Make sure that you have a good dipping sauce handy!
How to Store
The gooey cheese is best served fresh, but you can store them for later. If you want to save some as leftovers, let them cool completely and store them in a sealable bag or airtight container.
To reheat, put them back into the air fryer and reheat until warmed all the way through. The cheese may not be as gooey again, like the original recipe.
Common Questions
Can I make this recipe with other types of cheese?
You can! Using any type of cheese or white cheddar is a great idea. You can also use this same basis to make a homemade mozzarella sticks recipe, too.
How do I keep the cheese bites from sticking to the air fryer basket?
Make sure that you layer them in a single layer in the air fryer basket, and spray the surface with non stick cooking spray before adding them in.
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Air Fried Babybel Cheese
Becky
Air Fried Babybel Cheese makes the perfect appetizer recipe! Perfect for sharing with family and friends!
4.89 from 26 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 8 minutes mins
Total Time 18 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 69 kcal
Equipment
1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 package Babybel cheese
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs whisked
- 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
Instructions
Remove the wrapper and wax packaging around each piece of cheese, then set aside.
Make three separate dipping stations using shallow bowls. In the first bowl, add the flour. In a second bowl, whisk the eggs together. And in the third bowl, add the breadcrumbs.
Dip cheese into the flour, until lightly coated. Next, dip the coated cheese into the whisked eggs. You want to make sure it’s coated enough with whisked egg so the coating will stick.
Finally, dip the cheese into the breadcrumbs, until well coated. Repeat until all cheese rounds are coated. You can double dip into the breadcrumbs to make sure they are well coated so the cheese doesn’t melt out.
Lightly spritz both sides of cheese with olive oil spray and then place in an air fryer basket, without touching or overlapping. (You may have to work in batches.)
Air fry at 380 degrees F for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through air frying, until the coating is golden brown. Remove from the air fryer and eat while warm.
Notes
Variations
Flavor the crispy coating - Adding parmesan cheese to the breadcrumb mixture is a simple process! You can also add parsley flakes for a burst of flavor, too. This is a simple way to get a variety of flavors.
Add seasonings - Adding flavors like garlic powder to this cheesy snack really adds bursts of taste!
Change the crispy coating - If you really want to take the flavor up a level, use something other than Italian breadcrumbs. You can use crushed chilli heatwave Doritos, panko breadcrumbs, or anything else that can add taste and flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 69kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 146mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 64IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 1mg
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Comments
Mike S
Can't wait to make these! My wife love baby bell and I am going to surprise her! One Suggestion. Step 5 add what you are spritzing with. you say "lightly spritz" but don't say with what. I went back to the top where you mention cooking spray. So I assume that is what you mean.
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- Jen West
Great catch! I think it's up in the post but wasn't put down here in the card. Thanks for letting us know.
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Ryan
I’m sorry I didn’t rate this but the description sounds terrific to use as appetizers. Which brings me to my question. How do they hold up and taste if they’re not eaten warm? I’m thinking about making them for a family party. Thank you.
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- Becky Abbott
Hi! I ate them when they were room temp and they were still ok. Not as good as when they are hot though. Think of mozzarella cheese sticks- best when warm. Hope that helps!
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Aimee
What do you spritz them with? Oil or water?
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- Becky Abbott
Hi! Sorry about that! With a little bit of olive oil.
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