Air Fryer Copy Cat Texas Road House Rattlesnake Bites Recipe

Introduction

These air fryer copycat Texas Roadhouse Rattlesnake Bites are a cheesy, spicy appetizer that’s crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. Perfect for game day or a tasty snack, they’re quick to prepare using your air fryer.

Ingredients

• 8 oz Pepper Jack Cheese
• 4 oz Cream Cheese
• 4 oz Monterey Jack Cheese
• 4 oz chopped Jalapeños
• 1/2 cup flour
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup bread crumbs
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Mix together the Pepper Jack, Cream Cheese, Monterey Jack, and chopped Jalapeños until smooth.
2. Step 2: Press the mixture into 1-inch balls.
3. Step 3: Place the balls in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up.
4. Step 4: Prepare a breading station by mixing the flour and cayenne pepper in one bowl, whisking the eggs in a second bowl, and placing the bread crumbs in a third bowl.
5. Step 5: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
6. Step 6: Coat each cheese ball first in the flour mixture, then dip in the eggs, and finally coat with bread crumbs, repeating until all are coated.
7. Step 7: Place the coated balls in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
8. Step 8: Lightly spray the balls with cooking oil to promote browning.
9. Step 9: Cook in the air fryer for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

Tips & Variations

• For extra heat, add more jalapeños or increase the cayenne pepper in the flour mix.
• Use panko bread crumbs for a crunchier texture.
• Serve with ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce for added flavor.

Storage

Store any leftover rattlesnake bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for a few minutes to restore their crispiness.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these bites ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the cheese balls and keep them frozen. When ready, just bread and air fry them fresh for best results.

What if I don’t have an air fryer?

You can bake the bites in an oven at 375°F for about 10-12 minutes or until golden and crispy, turning once halfway through.

Air Fryer Copy Cat Texas Road House Rattlesnake Bites Recipe

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• Author: Simon
• Total Time: 52 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 16–20 bites 1x

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Description

Deliciously crispy and cheesy Copy Cat Texas Roadhouse Rattlesnake Bites made healthily in the air fryer. These bite-sized snacks consist of a spicy jalapeno and cheese filling, breaded and air fried to golden perfection, making a perfect appetizer or party treat.

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Ingredients

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Cheese Mixture

• 8 oz Pepper Jack Cheese, shredded
• 4 oz Cream Cheese, softened
• 4 oz Monterey Jack Cheese, shredded
• 4 oz chopped Jalapeños

Breading

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 2 large eggs, whisked
• 1 cup bread crumbs

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Instructions

1. Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded Pepper Jack, Monterey Jack, cream cheese, and chopped jalapeños. Mix thoroughly until a smooth, uniform mixture forms.
2. Form Balls: Scoop the cheese mixture and press it into approximately 1-inch diameter balls using your hands.
3. Freeze the Balls: Place the formed cheese balls in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up, which helps maintain their shape during breading and cooking.
4. Set up Breading Station: Set out three bowls: one with the flour mixed with cayenne pepper, one with the whisked eggs, and one with the bread crumbs.
5. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for cooking.
6. Bread the Balls: Remove the cheese balls from the freezer. Coat each ball first in the seasoned flour, then dip into the whisked eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with bread crumbs. Repeat until all balls are coated.
7. Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the breaded balls in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching for even cooking.
8. Apply Cooking Oil: Lightly spray the tops of the balls with cooking oil to promote a crispy exterior.
9. Cook: Air fry the rattlesnake bites at 350°F for 5-7 minutes or until they turn a golden brown color and are crispy on the outside.

Notes

• For extra heat, add more chopped jalapeños or cayenne pepper in the flour mix.
• Ensure cheese balls are well frozen before breading to prevent them from melting too quickly during cooking.
• Use a cooking spray with a high smoke point for best results.
• Serve immediately for the best crispy texture and gooey cheese center.
• Can be paired with ranch dressing or a spicy dipping sauce.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 7 minutes
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Air Frying
• Cuisine: American

Keywords: Rattlesnake Bites, Texas Roadhouse copycat, Air fryer appetizer, Jalapeño cheese bites, crispy cheese snacks