Cheese Croquettes
Crispy, golden cheese croquettes made with a simple béchamel and your favorite melting cheese. A perfect quick snack or appetizer.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- 1
Melt 2 tbsp butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 3 tbsp flour and stir constantly until it forms a paste, about 1 minute.
- 2
Slowly whisk in 1 cup milk, stirring until the sauce thickens and bubbles, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup shredded cheese until melted and smooth.
- 3
Spread the mixture onto a plate and refrigerate until firm, about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, set up a breading station with 1 beaten egg in one bowl and 1 cup breadcrumbs in another.
- 4
Shape the chilled mixture into small cylinders or balls. Dip each in the egg, then roll in breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
- 5
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the croquettes in batches until golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- saucepan
- whisk
- skillet
- bowls
- plate
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