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Crispy Baked Mozzarella Ghost Bites with Marinara

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These adorable ghost-shaped mozzarella bites are baked to golden, crispy perfection and served with warm marinara sauce. They are the perfect easy Halloween appetizer that is both fun and delicious.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 block (8 oz / 225 g) low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup (100 g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray or olive oil mister
  • Black sesame seeds or poppy seeds (for ghost faces)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) high-quality marinara sauce (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Cheese: Cut the mozzarella into 24 cubes, each about 3/4 inch (2 cm) square. For ghost shapes, cut into small rectangles and round the top edges slightly with a knife.
  2. Set Up Breading Station: In three shallow bowls, place flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Triple Coat the Cheese: Coat each cheese cube in flour, then dip in egg, then roll in panko mixture. Repeat the egg and panko steps for a triple coating. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
  4. Add Ghost Faces: While coating is still wet, use tweezers or a toothpick to place black sesame seeds for eyes and a mouth.
  5. Freeze the Bites: Freeze the coated cheese bites for at least 15 minutes.
  6. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Bake the Ghosts: Arrange frozen bites on the baking sheet, spray with cooking spray, and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbling at edges.
  8. Rest and Serve: Let rest for 2 minutes, then serve immediately with warm marinara sauce.

Notes

Freezing the coated cheese bites is essential to prevent cheese from leaking during baking. Triple-coating ensures a shatteringly crispy crust. Serve immediately for best texture.

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Keywords: Halloween appetizer, mozzarella sticks, baked mozzarella, ghost bites, easy appetizer, party snack

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