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Those crunchy mozzarella triangles with Doritos are my newest snack that's making waves at parties. The idea popped into my head watching my kids munching their favorite chips. There's something magical about the mix of stretchy cheese and that spicy Dorito coating - you can't put them down! They've become our family movie night go-to treat.
Crunchy melty delight
This twist turns basic snacking into something really special. What I love is how easy they are, yet everyone goes wow with the first bite. The Doritos coating brings a nice kick while the mozzarella gets all gooey inside. It's such a simple thing to make but my guests always think I went all out.
Shopping list
- Mozzarella: A good 400g block cut into triangles
- Doritos: One bag of spicy flavor crushed up fine
- Oil: 1 liter for frying
- Flour: 50g for coating
- Eggs: 2 large ones beaten up
- Spices: Smoky paprika cayenne pepper garlic powder salt and pepper
- Sea salt flakes: For the finishing touch
Step by step guide
- The cheese prep
- I slice my mozzarella into triangles about 1cm thick. This gives me around twenty pieces that I pat dry with paper towels.
- Homemade breadcrumbs
- I throw my Doritos in the food processor until they look like breadcrumbs. This is what makes them super crunchy.
- Coating stations
- I set up three plates: my seasoned flour my beaten eggs and my Doritos crumbs. Each triangle goes through in that order.
- Getting the coating right
- I make sure each cheese piece is fully covered then let them chill for 15 minutes so the coating sticks properly.
- Frying time
- With my oil at 180°C I cook small batches for 1-2 minutes until they turn golden brown.
Helpful tips
I always double coat each triangle to stop cheese leaks. Chilling them before frying really matters for a coating that stays put. I keep my kitchen thermometer close by for the right temperature. And I never forget a tiny sprinkle of sea salt flakes right after they come out of the oil.
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Serving ideas
I bring these out piping hot with some homemade ranch dip or spicy salsa on the side. If we don't finish them all they'll keep in the fridge for up to 2 days in an airtight container. To get them crispy again I pop them in the oven for 5-7 minutes at 180°C.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why let it rest before frying?
- Resting helps the coating stick to the cheese better, so it doesn’t slide off when frying.
- → How can I check the oil temperature?
- Use a food thermometer for an exact 180°C. Without one, drop a crumb of Doritos in—it should bubble and float up instantly.
- → Can I pick other cheeses?
- Mozzarella works best because it melts smoothly without getting too runny. Cheddar is an option, but mozzarella’s texture wins.
- → What flavor Doritos should I use?
- Chilli Heatwave adds a spicy kick, but feel free to choose the flavor you enjoy most.
- → What’s the best way to serve these?
- Serve hot straight from the fryer while the cheese is melty. Pair with ranch or salsa for dipping.