Description
Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rattlesnake Bites are crispy, golden-fried cheese balls packed with spicy jalapenos and melty Pepper Jack cheese. Perfect as a flavorful appetizer or snack, these bites deliver a delightful combination of creamy, spicy, and crunchy textures that make for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Mixture
- 2 (8 oz) blocks Pepper Jack cheese, shredded
- 2-3 jalapenos, diced (adjust to heat preference)
Breading
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Others
- Oil for frying (enough for deep frying)
Instructions
- Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, combine shredded Pepper Jack cheese and diced jalapenos thoroughly.
- Shape Bites: Form the cheese and jalapeno mixture into 1 1/2 inch balls, squeezing tightly to compress and ensure they hold together.
- Freeze Bites: Place the shaped balls onto a cookie sheet and freeze for about 30 minutes to firm them up and prevent melting during frying.
- Preheat Oil: While the bites freeze, preheat your deep fryer or a deep pot with oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Breading Stations: Place flour in one bowl. In another bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. In a third bowl, combine bread crumbs with cayenne pepper, paprika, and garlic powder for a seasoned coating.
- Coat Bites: Remove bites from the freezer. Roll each ball first in flour, then dip in the egg and milk mixture, and finally coat thoroughly with the seasoned bread crumb mixture.
- Fry Bites: Fry the breaded cheese bites in batches in the hot oil for 3-4 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Drain Excess Oil: Remove bites using a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure the bites are well frozen before frying to prevent cheese from leaking out.
- Adjust the amount of jalapenos according to your spice tolerance.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and texture.
- Serve with ranch, marinara, or a spicy dipping sauce for a flavor boost.
- Oil temperature is crucial; too hot and bites will brown too fast without melting inside, too cold and they will absorb too much oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 62 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 76 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
