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air fryer cheese curds stacked on a white plate with a side of marinara sauce

Air Fryer Cheese Curds

Crispy seasoned and breaded golden cheese curds on the outside with melted goodness on the inside.
5 from 2 votes
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Author Kori Butler
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Course Appetizer and Snack Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 182 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cheese curds (1-½ to 2" in size)
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup flour
  • ¾ cup panko bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper
  • olive oil spray
  • optional for dipping: marinara sauce (or ranch)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat air fryer to 350 degrees F for 5 minutes
  • In a small bowl, beat eggs
  • In a medium-sized bowl, mix breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • In a small bowl or plastic bag, add flour.
  • Dredge cheese curds in flour, then dip in egg. Add to the breadcrumb mixture, then coat evenly, being sure to press coating on. Set aside on a plate.
  • Add half the cheese curds in a single layer to the air fryer basket. Spray the curds with a light coating of olive oil spray. Close lid and air fry for 3 minutes.
  • Flip the curds over using a fork and spoon and give them another light spritz with olive oil spray. Continue cooking for 1 to 2 more minutes until they are crispy, just melted, and golden.
  • Remove from fryer and serve immediately with a favorite dipping sauce.

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Kori's Tips

  • Don't miss all of our helpful hints, substitution ideas, cooking tips, and other delicious recipes found in our post. Check it out!
  • Use cold, refrigerated cheese curds. Warm or room temperature cheese curds will melt too fast.
  • Use larger, uniform pieces. The best size is around 1-1/2" to 2". Be sure to cook similar sized pieces together.
  • How long the curds cook depends on their size and your air fryer. Experiment with a few curds, then adjust the time if needed. Keep your eye on the curds while cooking; they go from perfect to completely melted quickly.
  • SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with a dipping sauce such as a marinara sauce or ranch dressing.

    • Nutrition

    Serving: 1ozCalories: 182kcalCarbohydrates: 10.2gProtein: 10.1gFat: 11.1gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 65.6mgSodium: 329mgFiber: 0.6gSugar: 0.7g
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