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Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rattlesnake Bites

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rattlesnake Bites

Looking for the perfect game-day snack? These Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rattlesnake Bites are packed with gooey cheese, a kick of jalapeño heat, and a crispy golden crust. Whether you’re hosting a party or just craving a flavorful appetizer, these bites will be the first to disappear from the snack table!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 10 bites
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 246

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup white cheddar cheese shredded see note
  • 2 jalapenos seeded and minced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 2 cups panko bread crumbs
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Vegetable oil or other neutral oil for frying
  • Ranch dressing for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, stir together the shredded mozzarella, cheddar, jalapenos, and garlic until evenly combined.
  2. Form the cheese mixture into 10 balls by using your hands to squeeze the mixture together as tightly as possible. Place the balls on a baking sheet and freeze for 4 hours. (Do not skip the freezing step.)
  3. Pour the oil into a medium saucepan until it comes 1 inch up the sides. Place over medium-high heat until the oil reaches 350 degrees F. (You will need to fry in batches.)
  4. To prepare the breading station, place the flour in one bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together in another bowl, and then stir together the panko, smoked paprika, and salt in a third bowl.
  5. Roll each of the frozen cheese balls first in the flour, then in the egg wash, and finally in the bread crumbs.
  6. Fry the bites for 2 minutes on each side, or until they have a golden brown on the outside and soft melty cheese on the inside. Carefully remove with tongs or a slotted spoon and allow to drain on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate.
  7. Serve immediately with some ranch dressing for dipping.

Notes

You can swap in your favorite white cheese – like Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or even swiss – for the white cheddar.

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