Description
Oven Fried Halloumi Bites with Hot Honey are a delightful treat that perfectly balances crispy texture with a warm, salty interior. These bites are coated in a golden crust made from Panko breadcrumbs and sesame seeds, then drizzled with a spicy honey sauce that elevates their flavor profile. Ideal for gatherings, game nights, or as an indulgent snack, they offer a unique combination of sweet and savory that will impress your guests. With easy preparation and quick cooking time, these halloumi bites are not just a delicious appetizer but also a versatile addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 (8 ounce) blocks halloumi cheese, cubed
- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 3 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- black pepper, to taste
- extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- 1/3 cup honey
- red pepper flakes, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and toss in cubed halloumi to coat.
- In another bowl, mix Panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan, sesame seeds, paprika, and black pepper.
- Coat the halloumi pieces in the crumb mixture and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 10-12 minutes; flip the pieces and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, mix honey with red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
- Serve warm drizzled with hot honey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg