Baked Mozzarella Onion Rings are a delightful twist on traditional onion rings, featuring a gooey mozzarella center wrapped in a crispy, golden breadcrumb coating. This baked version is lighter than deep-fried onion rings but still delivers all the flavor and crunch you crave. Perfect as a party appetizer, side dish, or snack, these onion rings are sure to be a hit with everyone. Let’s get started!
Table of Contents
Ingredients
Instructions
Cook’s Notes and Tips
Variations
Serving Suggestions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Conclusion
Ingredients
2 large yellow onions
8 oz mozzarella cheese block
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons milk
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking spray
Instructions
Prepare the Onion Rings
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with cooking spray.
Slice Onions and Cheese: Peel the onions and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rings. Separate the rings carefully, keeping them intact. Cut the mozzarella cheese block into slices about 1/4-inch thick, then cut each slice into strips that will fit between two onion rings.
Assemble Onion and Cheese Rings: Take two onion rings of different sizes and nestle them together, leaving about a 1/4-inch gap between them. Fill the gap with a strip of mozzarella cheese. Repeat until all onion rings are filled.
Bread the Onion Rings
Prepare Dredging Station: Place the flour in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk. In a third dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Coat Onion Rings: Dredge each assembled onion ring in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat in the panko breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place the coated onion rings on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the Onion Rings
Bake: Lightly spray the tops of the onion rings with cooking spray. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the onion rings are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Cool Slightly: Let the onion rings cool for a few minutes before serving to allow the cheese to set slightly.
Cook’s Notes and Tips
Onion Size: Use large onions to make sure there is enough space between the rings to add the mozzarella cheese.
Breadcrumbs: Panko breadcrumbs are best for a crispy texture. You can also use Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs for added flavor.
Seal the Cheese: Make sure the cheese is snugly placed between the onion rings to prevent it from leaking out while baking.
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