Ingredients
- Doritos chips (any flavor)
- Mozzarella cheese (cut into cubes or sticks)
- All-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Panko or regular bread crumbs
- Oil for frying (canola or vegetable oil)
Instructions
- Crush the Doritos in a food processor or in a sealed bag using a rolling pin until finely ground.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: flour in one, beaten eggs in another, and crushed Doritos mixed with panko in the third.
- Pat mozzarella pieces dry with paper towels.
- Dredge each mozzarella piece in flour, dip into egg, then coat in the Doritos crumb mixture. Repeat egg and crumb step for a double coating.
- Heat about 2 inches of oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the coated cheese in batches for 1–2 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with dipping sauces like marinara, ranch, or spicy mayo.
Notes
- Dry cheese well to help coating stick and prevent splattering.
- Double coating helps prevent cheese leakage and adds crunch.
- Try with different cheeses like cheddar or pepper jack.
- Can be baked at 425°F for 10–12 minutes for a lighter version.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze uncooked breaded cheese for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 batch
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
