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Crispy Pickle Cheese Bites served on a platter with dipping sauce
Linda S. Smith

Crispy Pickle Cheese Bites

These crispy pickle cheese bites feature a tangy pickle and gooey cheese sandwich coated in a crunchy breadcrumb shell, perfect for parties or game days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pickle Cheese Bites
  • 1 cup Thick-cut dill pickle slices Pat dry to remove excess brine
  • 1 cup Cheese (shredded or cubed) Cheddar, pepper jack, or mozzarella recommended
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko for lighter crunch or regular breadcrumbs are fine
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten to create an egg wash
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder Adjust seasonings to taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • optional Hot sauce Add to egg wash for heat
  • optional Smoked paprika Add to breadcrumbs for depth

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
  2. Beat the eggs in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, mix breadcrumbs with garlic powder, a pinch of salt, and black pepper.
  3. Pat pickle slices dry with paper towels to reduce sogginess.
Assembly
  1. Dip one pickle slice in the beaten eggs, letting excess drip off, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  2. Add a piece of cheese on the coated pickle slice and top with a second pickle slice to create a sandwich.
  3. Press edges gently to seal, dip in egg again, and coat in breadcrumbs. Arrange on baking sheet seam-side down.
Baking
  1. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  2. Let cool for 2 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Use panko for the crispiest exterior. For gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and aquafaba instead of eggs.

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