Description
A delicious and healthy snack featuring Babybel cheese coated in a crispy breadcrumb crust, air fried to golden perfection. This quick and easy recipe delivers a satisfying crunchy exterior with a warm, gooey cheese center, perfect for a wholesome appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Coating Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, whisked
- 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crispiness)
Main Ingredient
- 4 pieces Babybel cheese (wrapped and wax removed)
Finishing
- 1 spray Olive oil spray (for golden finish)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh herbs, chopped (parsley or basil)
Instructions
- Preparation: Carefully remove the wrapper and wax from each Babybel cheese round to expose the cheese fully for coating.
- Set up coating stations: Arrange three shallow bowls; place flour in the first, whisked eggs in the second, and breadcrumbs in the third, to create an efficient breading station.
- Flour coating: Dip each Babybel cheese round into the flour, turning to cover evenly on all sides, which helps the egg adhere better.
- Egg wash: Next, fully immerse the floured cheese into the whisked eggs, ensuring complete coverage for a sticky surface.
- Breadcrumb coating: Roll the egg-coated cheese in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently but firmly to ensure an even, well-adhered crust around the cheese.
- Oil spray and air frying: Lightly spray both sides of the breaded cheese with olive oil to achieve a golden finish, then place them into the air fryer basket spaced evenly.
- Cooking: Set the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and cook the cheese for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through to promote even crispness.
- Serving: Carefully remove the crispy Babybel cheese from the air fryer once finished and serve warm garnished with fresh herbs for a flavorful touch.
Notes
- Use panko breadcrumbs for an extra crispy texture.
- Ensure the cheese rounds are fully cooled after removing wax to prevent melting too quickly during frying.
- Turning the cheese halfway through cooking results in an even golden crust on all sides.
- Serve immediately after air frying for the best gooey texture inside.
- Fresh herbs add freshness and visual appeal but can be omitted if preferred.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Crispy Babybel, Air Fried Cheese, Healthy Snack, Cheese Appetizer, Vegetarian Snack
