Fried Babybel Cheese Tik Tok Recipe
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If you are looking for a fun and easy appetizer that comes together in minutes, this Fried Babybel Cheese recipe is a must-try. These crispy little cheese bites have become a viral TikTok sensation for good reason. With a crunchy golden coating on the outside and warm melty cheese on the inside, they make the perfect snack for game day, movie nights, parties, or quick after-school treats.
This tasty appetizer is delicious and made with just a handful of ingredients in just about 15 minutes!
Why This Recipe
What is really cool about this recipe, is that it literally is just four ingredients and so easy to make. Talk about a great idea for a quick tv snack – this is it.
Or if you are looking for a quick cheese appetizer, this recipe is perfect. You can make it on the stovetop or in an air fryer. The result is a lightly breaded hot cheese snack that is terrific for gatherings and game nights. Plus they are actually kind of fun to make.
Ingredients For Fried Babybel Cheese
Like I said, you just need four ingredients.
Baby bel cheese – You want the minis. I like the original but for a milder, you can use the Light baby bel in the blue pack.
2 eggs – room temperature is best.
Italian breadcrumbs – Go for the ones with seasoning for extra flavor.
Vegetable Oil – for frying
How to Make Fried Babybel Cheese Snacks
For Best results, Freeze the cheese ahead of time.
Why Freeze Babybel Cheese Before Frying?
Freezing helps the cheese stay intact while the coating becomes crispy and golden brown. If the cheese is too warm, it may melt too quickly and leak during frying.
1. Heat oil on medium high in a heavy skillet.
2. Dip each baby Bell cheese in egg.
3. Dip into bread crumbs and flip over.
4. Repeat 2-3 times, back to the egg and then the bread crumbs.
5. Place into hot skillet and fry 2-3 minutes.
6. Flip cheese to other side till golden brown (another 2-3 minutes).
The final step is to let dry on a paper towel for a couple of minutes. Then they are ready to go with cheesy deliciousness.
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Time Saving Tips ⏰
- Freeze cheese before breading
- Double coat for extra crunch
- Use panko breadcrumbs
- Serve immediately
- Use an air fryer for less mess
- Spray lightly with oil for crispiness
Air Fryer Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 390°F
- Spray basket lightly with cooking spray
- Air fry for 5–7 minutes
- Flip halfway through
- Serve immediately
Recipe FAQa
Can I make fried Babybel cheese in the air fryer?
Yes! Air frying creates a crispy coating with less oil and cleanup.
Do I need to freeze Babybel cheese first?
Yes, freezing helps prevent the cheese from melting too quickly.
What breadcrumbs work best?
Panko breadcrumbs give the crispiest texture.
Can I make these ahead of time?
You can bread them ahead and freeze until ready to cook.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with Chipotle Mayo, Ranch Dressing or Honey Mustard
Timesaving tips to make this perfect every time
- Make sure the oil is hot before placing the cheese in it or the cheese will get soggy. Oil should be about 375°F.
- Be sure to unwrap the plastic and remove the wax that the cheese is in before dipping it in the egg mixture.
- To make in the air fryer, cook in a preheated pressure cooker at 400° F for about 5 minutes.
More Easy Appetizer Recipes
Fried Babybel Cheese
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup Italian bread crumbs
- 1 pack baby bel cheese
- Nonstick spray
Instructions
- Line the inside of the air fryer with foil
- Spray it with nonstick spray
- Remove the baby bel cheese from it’s casing.
- Coat in egg wash, then breadcrumbs, repeat.
- Place in air fryer cavity and spray with olive oil *don’t skip this or it won’t get brown.
- Fry at 350 for 3 mins on each side.
- Serve with Marinara sauce
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I have such fond memories of Babybel from when I was a kid. And this, I could get behind. The feta ones and the brie ones make me shudder, but I do love Babybel.