Salt-Enhancement Trick for Crispy Cheese Dudes

Ingredients

• • 2 ⅞ cups shredded cheddar cheese
• • ⅞ cup all-purpose flour
• • ⅞ cup breadcrumbs
• • ⅞ tsp garlic powder
• • ⅞ tsp smoked paprika
• • 1 ⅞ tbsp melted butter
• • 1 ⅞ tbsp flaky sea salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine shredded cheddar, flour, garlic powder, paprika, and 1/4 tsp salt. Add melted butter and mix until crumbly but holds together.

2. 2

   Roll mixture into 1-inch balls. Press each into a patty and coat with breadcrumbs.

3. 3

   Sprinkle flaky sea salt over each patty immediately before air-frying.

4. 4

   Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway. The cheese should be golden and crispy on all sides.