Low Fat Fried Cheese
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of "Low Fat Fried Cheese," a guilt-free twist on a classic comfort food favorite. This recipe swaps traditional ingredients for wholesome, low-fat mozzarella cheese and whole wheat bread crumbs, ensuring a lighter yet equally satisfying bite. Coated in a flavorful blend of garlic powder, oregano, and basil, these crispy cheese sticks are pan-fried to golden perfection using just a spritz of olive oil spray. With only 20 minutes of prep time and a quick 10-minute cook, this easy, health-conscious appetizer is perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a snack. Serve warmly with marinara sauce for a crowd-pleasing, protein-packed treat that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Keywords: low fat cheese sticks, healthy fried cheese, quick appetizers, low-calorie snacks, guilt-free comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 8 oz Low-fat mozzarella cheese block
- 1 cup Whole wheat bread crumbs
- 3 large Egg whites
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp Dried basil
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0 as needed Olive oil spray
Directions
Step 1
Cut the low-fat mozzarella cheese block into 16 equal-sized sticks.
Step 2
Prepare three shallow bowls: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten egg whites, and one with whole wheat bread crumbs mixed with garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Dredge each cheese stick first in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip into the egg whites, allowing the excess to drip off, and finally roll it in the bread crumb mixture. Ensure each stick is evenly coated.
Step 4
Place the coated cheese sticks on a baking sheet and refrigerate for about 30 minutes. This will help the coating to adhere better during frying.
Step 5
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and spray with a light layer of olive oil spray.
Step 6
Fry the cheese sticks in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the skillet. Cook each side for about 1–2 minutes until the crust is golden brown and crisp. Use kitchen tongs to carefully turn them.
Step 7
Once cooked, remove the cheese sticks from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Step 8
Serve warm, ideally with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (674.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1784.5 |
| Total Fat 33.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 81.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3815.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 263.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.1g | |
| Protein 120.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1817.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 878.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories