Crispy Cheesy Roll Ups (Print Version)
Golden bread rolls stuffed with melty mozzarella, coated in seasoned panko, and fried until crispy. An easy handheld snack or appetizer.
# What You Need:
→ Bread
01 - 8 slices white or whole wheat sandwich bread, crusts removed
→ Cheese Filling
02 - 8 sticks mozzarella or cheddar cheese (about 1 oz each)
→ Egg Wash
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 2 tbsp milk
→ Breadcrumb Coating
05 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
06 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1 tsp garlic powder
08 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
10 - 1/4 tsp salt
→ Frying
11 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil for pan frying
# How to Prepare:
01 - Using a rolling pin, gently flatten each slice of bread until thin and pliable.
02 - Place a cheese stick at one end of each flattened bread slice and roll up tightly, securing the seam.
03 - In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until well combined.
04 - In another shallow bowl, combine panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
05 - Dip each roll up in the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat evenly with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
06 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
07 - Fry roll ups in batches, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
08 - Transfer cooked roll ups to paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The crunch to melty cheese ratio is absolutely perfect every single time
- They come together in under 30 minutes but taste like you spent all day
- Kids and adults both reach for them first at any gathering
02 -
- Tight rolling prevents cheese from escaping during frying
- Letting bread rest 30 seconds after rolling makes it more pliable
- Do not overcrowd the pan or the oil temperature drops too much
03 -
- Use a rolling pin with some force to get bread thin enough
- Let oil return to temperature between batches for consistent browning