Crispy Cheese Fritter Bites

🧀 Crispy Cheese Fritter Bites

Ingredients

• 2 cups (200 g) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup (120 ml) milk
• ½ small onion, finely chopped
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley or green onion — optional
• Oil for frying

Directions

1. Mix the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the eggs and milk and stir until you have a thick batter.
3. Fold in the shredded cheese and finely chopped onion. The mixture should be thick enough to hold its shape.
4. Heat about 4–5 cm of oil to 175°C / 350°F.
5. Drop heaping tablespoons of batter into the hot oil. Don’t overcrowd the pan.
6. Fry for about 2–3 minutes, turning occasionally, until deep golden and crispy.
7. Transfer to paper towels or a wire rack to drain.

Serve immediately with ranch, garlic mayo, spicy mayo, or your favorite dipping sauce.