Deep-Fried Cheese Curds: Crispy, Golden, and Irresistible

Calling all fried cheese curd lovers! If you’ve been craving that crispy, golden crunch of restaurant-style deep-fried cheese curds, now you can make them fresh at home. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or trying it for the first time, this beer-battered cheese curd recipe is simple and delicious. Grab some Gardner’s Wisconsin Cheese Curds, and let’s get frying!

Ingredients

Cheese Curd Beer Batter:

• 1 cup flour

• 1/4 cup milk

• 1 teaspoon cornstarch

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1 cup beer (a light lager or pilsner works best)

• 1 cup of Gardner’s Wisconsin Cheese Curds (frozen for best results)

• Extra flour for coating

• Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut oil)

Instructions

1. Freeze the Cheese Curds

For best results, freeze your Gardner’s Wisconsin Cheese Curds for at least one hour before frying. This helps them hold their shape and prevents them from quickly melting in the oil.

2. Heat the Oil

Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F. Ensure the oil is deep enough to submerge the cheese curds and fry them thoroughly.

3. Prepare the Batter

Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and salt in a mixing bowl. Slowly add the beer while whisking until a smooth, thick batter forms.

4. Coat the Cheese Curds

Lightly toss the frozen cheese curds in extra flour to help the batter stick. Then, dip each curd into the beer batter, ensuring it is fully coated.

5. Fry to Perfection

Carefully drop the battered cheese curds into the hot oil, a few at a time. Fry for 1-3 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

6. Serve and Enjoy!

Deep-fried cheese curds are best enjoyed immediately, when they’re hot and crispy. For the ultimate snack experience, pair them with your favorite dip, such as ranch, marinara, or chipotle aioli.

No Deep Fryer? Try Air-Fried Cheese Curds!

If you’re looking for a lighter option, check out our Air-Fryer Cheese Curds Recipe for a crispy alternative without the deep frying.

Not into deep frying? Check out our Air-Fryer recipe!

Need curds? Find them here!

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