Description
This Air Fried Babybel Cheese recipe offers a quick and delicious snack featuring mini Babybel cheeses coated in a crispy breadcrumb crust and cooked to golden perfection in an air fryer. Ideal as a savory appetizer or fun finger food, these cheese bites are crunchy on the outside and delightfully melty inside.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 6 Mini Babybel cheeses (wax and wrappers removed)
Breading
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Prepare the breading station: Set up three shallow bowls—one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. This setup will allow you to coat the Babybel cheeses evenly for a crispy crust.
- Bread the Babybel cheeses: Roll each Babybel cheese first in the flour, then dip into the beaten egg, and finally coat thoroughly with the seasoned breadcrumbs. For extra crispiness, repeat the egg and breadcrumb coating steps once more.
- Freeze the breaded cheeses: Place the coated cheeses on a plate and freeze them for 20 to 30 minutes. This step helps the coating set and prevents the cheese from melting too quickly during cooking.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray the basket with olive oil to prevent sticking and promote crispiness.
- Air fry the Babybel cheeses: Arrange the frozen, breaded cheeses in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Lightly spray the tops with olive oil. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the coating turns golden brown and crispy.
- Cool and serve: Let the cheeses cool slightly before serving, as the insides will be hot and melty. Enjoy them with marinara sauce, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Serve with marinara, ranch, or any favorite dipping sauce for added flavor.
- Using panko breadcrumbs results in an extra crunchy texture.
- Feel free to add Italian seasoning or chili flakes to the breadcrumb mixture for a spicier twist.
