Fried Havarti Cheese Bites Recipe

Name: Fried Havarti Cheese Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 quart vegetable oil for frying; Batter:; 1/2 cup water, or as needed; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1 3/4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; Breading:; 1/2 cup French-fried onions; 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs; 1/2 pound Havarti cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes

Servings: persons

1 quart vegetable oil for frying
Batter:
1/2 cup water, or as needed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 3/4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Breading:
1/2 cup French-fried onions
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 pound Havarti cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes

1
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 300 degrees F (168 degrees C).
2
Beat water, flour, Cajun seasoning, Italian Seasoning, cayenne pepper, and salt with a whisk in a large bowl until smooth. If batter is too thick, thin with up to 1/4 cup water.
3
Grind French-fried onions and panko crumbs in a food processor until fine; transfer to a bowl.
4
Stir about half the cubed cheese into the batter to coat; remove with a slotted spoon to the breading, and toss to coat.
5
Carefully add a coated cheese cubes to the hot oil in small batches, and fry until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer fried cheese cubes to a paper towel-covered dish. Reheat oil to 300 degrees F (168 degrees C) and repeat process with remaining cheese cubes.

560

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 quart vegetable oil for frying, Batter:, 1/2 cup water, or as needed, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Fried Havarti Cheese Bites falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Fried Havarti Cheese Bites

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Variations & substitutions

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