Air Fryer Cheese Curds
Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, air fryer cheese curds are a healthier twist on a classic savory snack, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Breading
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs Beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs yield a crunchier texture
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cheese curds Use firm cheese curds to avoid melting
- Cooking spray For coating
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs.
- In the breadcrumb bowl, mix in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat each cheese curd in flour, shake off excess, then dip in beaten eggs and finally roll in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the breaded cheese curds on a plate.
Cooking
- Arrange a single layer of breaded cheese curds in the air fryer basket.
- Lightly spray the curds with cooking spray.
- Cook for about 6-8 minutes or until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
- Remove cooked cheese curds and repeat the process with remaining curds.
Serving
- Serve immediately with your choice of dipping sauces like marinara, ranch, or spicy aioli.
- Consider garnishing with fresh herbs or chili flakes for added flavor.
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Notes
For best texture, chill breaded curds for 30 mins before cooking. Avoid overcrowding air fryer for even cooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.