Crispy Cheesy Roll Ups (Printable)
Golden bread rolls stuffed with mozzarella, coated in seasoned panko, fried until crispy.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 8 slices white or whole wheat sandwich bread, crusts removed
→ Cheese
02 - 8 sticks mozzarella or cheddar cheese (about 1 oz each)
→ Coating
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 2 tbsp milk
05 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
06 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1 tsp garlic powder
08 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
10 - 1/4 tsp salt
→ For Frying
11 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil
# How-To Steps:
01 - Using a rolling pin, gently flatten each slice of bread until thin.
02 - Place a cheese stick at one end of each bread slice. Roll up tightly.
03 - In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
04 - In another shallow bowl, combine panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, pepper, and salt.
05 - Dip each roll up first in the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
06 - Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
07 - Fry the roll ups in batches, turning until all sides are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
08 - Drain on paper towels. Serve hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- They come together in under 30 minutes with ingredients you probably already have
- The crunch to cheese ratio is absolutely perfect every single time
02 -
- Cold bread rolls easier so do not let it sit out too long before starting
- The oil needs to be hot enough that the roll ups sizzle immediately
03 -
- Squeeze the roll ups gently after coating to help the crumbs stick better
- Do not overcrowd the pan or the oil temperature drops and they get soggy