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Cheesy Pickle Bombs Explosion

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Cheesy pickle bombs explosion are crispy, gooey snacks made by wrapping juicy dill pickles in melty mozzarella, coating them in seasoned breadcrumbs, and baking, air-frying, or frying to golden perfection. They’re bold, tangy, and seriously addictive.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8–10 pickle bombs
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Frying or Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 8–10 whole dill pickles or pickle spears
  • 8 mozzarella cheese sticks or 2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying or cooking spray for baking/air frying

Instructions

  1. Pat pickles dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  2. Wrap each pickle in mozzarella (cheese sticks or molded shredded cheese). Chill for 10 minutes.
  3. Set up breading station with flour, beaten egg, and seasoned breadcrumbs (with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper).
  4. Coat cheese-wrapped pickles in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs, pressing to coat well.
  5. To fry: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry for 2–3 minutes until golden. Drain on paper towels.
  6. To air-fry: Air-fry at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  7. To bake: Bake at 425°F for 15–18 minutes, flipping once, until golden. Spray lightly with oil before baking.

Notes

  • Chill or freeze wrapped pickles before breading to reduce cheese leakage.
  • Use cheddar or pepper jack for a flavor twist.
  • Stuff pickles with cream cheese or jalapeño slices for extra punch.
  • Serve with ranch, spicy mayo, or honey mustard dipping sauce.

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