Mozzarella Biscuit Bites
- Ingredients:5
- Servings:12
- Calories per serving:590
Mozzarella Biscuit Bites
- Ingredients:5
- Servings:12
- Calories per serving:590
Fried mozzarella stuffed biscuit bites tossed with herby garlic parmesan cheese delivers an irresistible appetizer.
Ingredient
Prep
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Pillsbury™ Southern Style Frozen Dough Biscuit, 2.2 oz (06252) | 3 lb 5.00 oz | 24 each |
Assembly
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Mozzarella cheese, medium cubes | 1 lb 8.00 oz | 6 cups |
| Garlic, minced | 4 oz | 1 cup |
| Parmesan cheese, grated | 3 oz | 1 cup |
| Parsley, chopped | 0.60 oz | 3/4 cup |
Instructions
- Prep
Thaw biscuit pucks, covered, either at room temperature 15-30 minutes until flexible or refrigerated overnight.
Cut each biscuit into quarters.
- Assembly
Flatten dough piece and place 0.25 oz cube of mozzarella cheese in the center; wrap dough around and pinch together to seal.
Drop 8 biscuit pieces into deep-fat fryer preheated to 325°F; cook 3-4 minutes, turning as necessary, until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from oil, drain and immediately toss in bowl of garlic, parmesan cheese and parsley; serve immediately.
Recipe Tips
- Garnish plate with arugula and serve with warm marinara if desired.
- Substitute your preferred biscuit as desired. Note, ingredient quantities may need adjusting.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories590
- Total Fat29g
- Protein22g
- Total Carbohydrate61g
- Sugars5g
Servings: 12
Serving Size: 8 biscuit bites
Amount Per Serving Calories : 590
| Food Component / Nutrient | Amount | % , Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 88% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3&½g | % Value Not Available |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | ½g | % Value Not Available |
| Omega-3 | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Cholesterol | 40mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 1620mg | 68% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61g | 20% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 5% |
| Soluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Insoluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Sugars | 5g | % Value Not Available |
| Protein | 22g | % Value Not Available |
| Vitamin D | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Calcium | Value Not Available | 60% |
| Iron | Value Not Available | 20% |
| Potassium | 160mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Vitamin C | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Vitamin E | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Thiamin | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Riboflavin | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Niacin | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Folic Acid | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Phosphorus | Value Not Available | 40% |
| Magnesium | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Zinc | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Manganese | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Selenium | Value Not Available | 25% |
| Copper | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Beta-Carotene | Value Not Available | % Value Not Available |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | ||
Exchanges
- Starch 3,
- Fruit 0,
- Other Carbohydrate 0,
- Skim Milk 0,
- Low-Fat Milk 1&½,
- Milk 0,
- Vegetable 0,
- Very Lean Meat 0,
- Lean Meat 0,
- Medium-Fat Meat 0,
- High-Fat Meat 0,
- Fat 4,
- Fruits 0c,
- Vegetables 0c,
- Grains 0oz-eq,
- Meat & Beans 0oz-eq,
- Dairy 1&½c,
- Fats & Oils 0tsp
Carbohydrate Choice
- Carbohydrate Choice4
