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Delicious air fryer pimento cheese bombs served golden and crispy.

Air Fryer Pimento Cheese Bombs

These Air Fryer Pimento Cheese Bombs are the perfect quick snack for any cheese lover! They’re warm, crispy, and bursting with flavor, making them a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 personnes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g pimento cheese store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup flour for coating
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs for coating
  • 1 teaspoon paprika for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for greasing

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 200°C.
  2. Shape the pimento cheese into small balls and roll them in flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
  3. Sprinkle with paprika, salt, and pepper for added flavor.
  4. Lightly grease the air fryer basket with olive oil and place the cheese bombs inside without overcrowding.
  5. Air fry for about 10 minutes, then check for doneness. Cook for an additional 5 minutes if needed until golden brown.
  6. Remove and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Tip: Serve with a side of your favorite dipping sauce for an extra punch!