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Crispy Air Fryer Babybel cheese bites served on a plate.

Air Fryer Babybel Cheese Bites

Crispy panko-coated Babybel cheese rounds are air-fried to perfection for a melty, savory snack that’s quick and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 10 bites
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cheese bites
  • 10 pieces Babybel cheese rounds, unwrapped
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
For seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • Olive oil spray (for spraying)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Set up your breading station: Put the flour in one bowl, beat the eggs with the milk in a second bowl, and mix panko with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, plus salt and pepper in a third bowl.
  2. Dry the cheese well by patting each unwrapped Babybel round dry to ensure even coating.
  3. Coat a cheese round in flour, shake off excess, dip into the egg mixture, then press into the seasoned panko until fully covered.
  4. For a thicker crust, dip the breaded round back into the egg mixture and press into panko again.
  5. Freeze the breaded rounds for 10-15 minutes until they feel firmer to the touch.
Cooking
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and lightly grease the basket.
  2. Arrange the rounds in a single layer, leaving space around each one, and spray the tops with olive oil.
  3. Air fry for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the coating is golden and crisp.
  4. Let them rest for 1-2 minutes to allow the cheese to settle inside.

Notes

For best results, press the panko firmly, avoid crowding the basket, and watch closely during the last minute of cooking to prevent leaking cheese.