Crispy Mozzarella Cheese Roll

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Crispy Mozzarella Cheese Rolls

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Introduction

Crispy Mozzarella Cheese Rolls are a quick, satisfying appetizer made with stretchy mozzarella wrapped in a thin layer of bread or spring roll wrapper, then fried or air-fried until golden and crunchy. They are perfect for parties, snacks, or dipping into marinara.

Description

These rolls feature a hot, gooey mozzarella center encased in a crisp outer shell. They cook fast, require minimal ingredients, and can be customized with herbs or spices. The key to success is sealing the edges well to prevent cheese from leaking during frying.

Ingredients

10 mozzarella sticks or 10 pieces of mozzarella cut into 3–4 inch strips

10 spring roll wrappers or 10 trimmed slices of white bread, flattened

1 egg, beaten (for sealing)

1 cup breadcrumbs (panko recommended for extra crispiness)

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional seasonings: garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika

Oil for frying (or spray oil for air frying)

Instructions

1. Prepare the mozzarella: If using block mozzarella, cut into stick-shaped pieces. Pat dry to reduce moisture.

2. Wrap the cheese:

If using bread, cut off crusts and flatten with a rolling pin.

Place a mozzarella stick on the wrapper or bread.

Roll tightly, folding the edges inward. Seal the end with beaten egg.

3. Coat the rolls:

Roll each piece lightly in flour.

Dip into beaten egg.

Coat evenly with breadcrumbs.

4. Chill (important): Place the coated rolls in the freezer for 20–30 minutes so the cheese does not melt and leak too fast during cooking.

5. Fry:

Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).

Fry rolls for 2–3 minutes until golden brown.

Drain on paper towels.

Or air-fry at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes, turning halfway and lightly spraying with oil.

6. Serve hot with marinara, ranch, or spicy ketchup.

Tips

Freeze the rolls before frying to prevent cheese from oozing out.

Use panko breadcrumbs for a crispier texture.

Do not overfill or wrap loosely; tight rolling avoids leakage.

Work quickly with mozzarella because it softens fast at room temperature.

Season the breadcrumbs for extra flavor.

Variations

Herb and Garlic: Add Italian seasoning and garlic powder to breadcrumbs.

Spicy Version: Add chili flakes or cayenne pepper inside the roll.

Cheese Blend: Mix mozzarella with cheddar or pepper jack for a bolder flavor.

Turkey or Ham Roll: Add a thin slice of deli meat before rolling for a heartier snack.

Baked Option: Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes, turning once.—

Correction (Common Mistakes and How to Fix Them)

Cheese leaking out: Freeze the rolls longer or seal edges more tightly.

Soggy texture: Oil may be too cool; keep frying temperature consistent at 350°F.

Burnt coating but unmelted cheese: Oil too hot; reduce temperature and fry shorter.

Breadcrumbs not sticking: Ensure proper flour → egg → breadcrumb sequence.

Serve while hot and crispy. Enjoy your homemade Crispy Mozzarella Cheese Rolls with your favorite dipping sauces and share them fresh—they taste best right out of the fryer or air fryer.


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