Low Fat Crispy Breaded Cheese
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of **Low Fat Crispy Breaded Cheese**, a lighter twist on a beloved appetizer that's baked to golden perfection. This guilt-free recipe features sticks or cubes of low-fat cheese, like mozzarella or cheddar, coated in a flavorful mixture of panko breadcrumbs, dried Italian herbs, and garlic powder. Each piece is baked—not fried—using a clever technique with cooking spray to achieve that satisfying crispy texture, making it the perfect snack or party appetizer for health-conscious food lovers. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy, oven-baked recipe is a crowd-pleaser that's ideal for pairing with your favorite low-fat dipping sauce. Whether you're entertaining guests or craving a wholesome treat, this dish delivers all the flavor with none of the excess fat!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams Low-fat cheese (e.g., mozzarella or cheddar)
- 100 grams Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 units Egg whites
- 50 grams All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Dried Italian herbs
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 as needed Cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Cut the low-fat cheese into approximately 1 cm thick sticks or cubes, depending on your preference.
Step 2
In a shallow dish, mix the all-purpose flour with salt and black pepper.
Step 3
In another bowl, beat the egg whites until slightly frothy.
Step 4
In a third dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, dried Italian herbs, and garlic powder.
Step 5
Dredge a piece of cheese in the flour mixture, ensuring it is coated evenly. Shake off any excess flour.
Step 6
Dip the floured cheese piece into the egg whites, coating it completely.
Step 7
Transfer the cheese to the breadcrumb mixture, pressing down gently to ensure a good coating on all sides.
Step 8
Place the breaded cheese on a plate and repeat the process with the remaining cheese pieces.
Step 9
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly grease the parchment paper with cooking spray.
Step 10
Arrange the breaded cheese pieces on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they do not touch each other.
Step 11
Lightly spray the tops of the breaded cheese with cooking spray to help them brown.
Step 12
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and crispy.
Step 13
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving as the cheese inside will be very hot.
Step 14
Serve with your favorite low-fat dipping sauce or enjoy them plain as a delicious, low-fat snack.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (473.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1340.1 |
| Total Fat 49.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 26.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 133.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3757.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 130.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.8g | |
| Protein 98.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1850.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 382.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories