Fried Cheese Curds

Take your snack game to the next level with these irresistible Fried Cheese Curds—crispy, golden nuggets of gooey perfection! This Wisconsin classic features bite-sized cheese curds coated in a seasoned batter of paprika, garlic powder, and buttermilk, then fried to a golden crisp in bubbling hot oil. The quick prep time (just 15 minutes!) and simple ingredients like all-purpose flour and baking powder make this recipe a breeze, while freezing the curds beforehand ensures they hold their shape during frying. Perfect as a party appetizer, game-day treat, or indulgent side dish, these fried cheese curds are best served piping hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Add this easy-to-make fried snack to your comfort food repertoire and watch them disappear in an instant!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Cheese curds
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 Egg
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Place the cheese curds in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up slightly, which helps them retain their shape during frying.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

Step 3

In another bowl, beat the egg and then whisk in the buttermilk until well combined.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large, heavy pot to a temperature of 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Dip a few frozen cheese curds at a time into the flour mixture, shaking off any excess, then into the buttermilk mixture, and back into the flour mixture, ensuring each curd is thoroughly coated.

Step 6

Carefully place the coated cheese curds into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding, until golden brown and crispy, about 1 to 2 minutes per batch.

Step 7

Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried cheese curds from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 8

Serve immediately while hot and crispy, perhaps with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1836 grams (1836.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10663

Total Fat 1113.40g	1427%
Saturated Fat 227.40g	1137%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.20g
Cholesterol 672mg	224%
Sodium 6130mg	267%
Total Carbohydrate 129.90g	47%
Dietary Fiber 4.20g	15%
Total Sugars 14.70g
Protein 130.40g	261%

Vitamin D 178IU	888%
Calcium 3551mg	273%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 920mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 90.6%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 4.7%