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Air Fried Babybel Cheese

Air Fried Babybel Cheese: Your New Favorite Gooey Snack

Discover the joy of Air Fried Babybel Cheese, a delightful snack that’s crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Breading
  • 6 pieces Babybel Cheese choose from gouda, white cheddar, or light
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour substitute gluten-free flour if desired
  • 2 large Eggs beaten, with optional milk
  • 2 tablespoons Milk optional for thinned egg wash
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs mix in herbs for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika for milder heat
  • to taste Salt and Pepper adjust to your liking
For Cooking
  • 1 spray Olive Oil Spray for coating air fryer basket

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Shallow Bowls
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Air Fried Babybel Cheese
  1. Unwrap the Babybel cheese rounds and let them sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes.
  2. Create three shallow bowls: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumb mixture.
  3. Coat each round in flour, dip in egg wash, and roll in panko mixture.
  4. Arrange coated cheese on a tray and freeze for 10–15 minutes.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3–5 minutes and spray the basket with olive oil.
  6. Arrange the frozen cheese bites in the air fryer and spray tops with olive oil. Air fry for 5–7 minutes.
  7. Allow cheese to cool for 1–2 minutes before serving. Garnish if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a crunchier texture, consider double coating for added crispiness. Experiment with different Babybel varieties for unique flavors.

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