Description
These Crispy Pickle Cheese Bites are a quick and flavorful snack made with melted cheese, chopped dill pickles, and a hint of garlic. Crispy on the edges and gooey inside, they’re perfect for parties or late-night cravings.
Ingredients
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup finely chopped dill pickles
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon breadcrumbs (optional)
- Nonstick spray or parchment paper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, mix cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, chopped pickles, garlic powder, and breadcrumbs until combined.
- Scoop small spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until edges are golden and crispy.
- Let cool for a few minutes before removing to allow them to firm up.
Notes
- Swap dill pickles for bread-and-butter pickles for a sweeter version.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for heat.
- Use pepper jack or Colby Jack for variation in flavor.
- Air fry at 375°F for 6–8 minutes as an alternative to baking.
- Best served with ranch, garlic aioli, or spicy mustard.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
