O-Rings - Breaded, Stuffed

A unique variation on the usual appetizer. Crispy, Crunchy, Cheese-filled Onion Rings are our newest favorite.

Difficulty: Easy

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword Appetizers

Method Oven

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Slice the Onions into 1/2" slices and separate into rings. Set aside.
Slice the Mozzarella Sticks, lengthwise, into 1/8" thick ribbons and place one inside a large Onion Ring, coiling it around. Trim the ribbon to length so that the ends meet. Use two ribbons inside each other if desired. Then place a Smaller Onion Ring inside the cheese ring. Continue until all the Onion Rings are filled with Cheese.
Set up three bowls: one each for the Flour, the Beaten Eggs, and the Panko Breadcrumbs mixed with Garlic Powder, Paprika, Salt, and Pepper.
Dip each stuffed Onion Ring into the Flour, making sure it's well-coated. Then, dip into the Eggs, and finally coat it with the Breadcrumb Mixture.
Place the Rings on the parchment paper and lightly spray with Cooking Spray for crispy rings.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown & crisp.
Allow the Onion Rings to cool a bit before serving.

Provolone or Pepper Jack Cheese would be delicious alternatives.