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.
Ingredients
Scale
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
Instructions
- 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.
- Form Balls: Scoop the cheese mixture and press it into approximately 1-inch diameter balls using your hands.
- 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.
- 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.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for cooking.
- 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.
- 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.
- Apply Cooking Oil: Lightly spray the tops of the balls with cooking oil to promote a crispy exterior.
- 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
