Deep-Fried Apple and Brie Bites

Ingredients

• 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and cut into 8 wedges
• 8 ounces brie cheese, cut into 8 wedges
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Vegetable oil, for frying

Directions

1. Preheat the oil in a deep fryer or in a large, deep pot to 375 degrees F.
2. Mix the flour, eggs, bread crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl.
3. Dip each apple and brie wedge into the flour mixture, coating both sides.
4. Carefully drop the wedges into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
5. Remove the wedges from the oil and drain on paper towels.
6. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Interesting Facts

• Brie cheese is a soft, mild cheese that is best served at room temperature.
• Panko bread crumbs are a type of Japanese bread crumb that is coarser and lighter than traditional bread crumbs.
• Frying at the correct temperature is important for your deep-fried apple and brie bites to turn out perfectly.