Mozzarella Fritter Bake
What Started it all:
Mozzarella and Fritter bake
This delicious Mozzarella Fritter Bake is a comfort food classic that's perfect for a family dinner. It's cheesy, crispy, and incredibly satisfying. Let's dive into this easy-to-follow recipe that's adjusted to serve 4 people.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- Olive oil for frying
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
- Marinara sauce for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until you get a smooth batter.
- Fold the shredded mozzarella cheese into the batter until evenly distributed.
- Using a spoon or your hands, form the batter into small fritters (about the size of a golf ball).
- Roll each fritter in the bread crumbs until fully coated. Set aside on a plate.
- Heat about 1/2 inch of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully add the fritters to the skillet, a few at a time to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the fried fritters in a single layer in a baking dish.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the fritters are fully cooked through and the cheese is melted.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
- Serve the Mozzarella Fritter Bake with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
This Mozzarella Fritter Bake is a hit with both kids and adults alike. The combination of crispy exterior and gooey, cheesy interior is simply irresistible. Enjoy this dish as a main course or a hearty appetizer. Happy cooking!