2-Ingredient Cheesy Bites in the Air Fryer
These golden, gluten-free cheese bites inspired by Brazilian pão de queijo are crispy on the outside and gloriously chewy inside. Ready in under 25 minutes with just mozzarella and tapioca starch — the perfect fuss-free snack for one!
🛒 Ingredients
5 servings
- 50 g shredded mozzarella cheese
- 50 g tapioca starch
- salt to taste (optional)
- cooking spray (for the basket)
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Directions
- 1
Take the mozzarella out of the fridge a few minutes ahead, or microwave it for 20 seconds to soften — you're not melting it, just making it pliable.
- 2
Place the shredded mozzarella and tapioca starch in a mixing bowl.
- 3
Knead with your hands for 2–3 minutes until you have a smooth, uniform dough that holds its shape.
- 4
Taste before adding salt, as mozzarella can already be quite salty.
- 5
Pinch off small portions and roll them between your palms into walnut-sized balls.
- 6
Lightly spray the air fryer basket and place the balls inside, leaving space between each.
- 7
Air fry at 180 °C (356 °F) for 8–10 minutes until puffed and golden. Serve right away!
💡 Chef's Tip
If the dough sticks to your hands, lightly dampen your palms with cold water. For extra flavour, fold in a pinch of garlic powder or dried oregano before shaping.
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