Cheetos vs Takis Challenge 🔥 How To Make Miniature Mozzarella Chicken Nuggets 💛 Tina Mini Cooking

Ingredients

• 200 g Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
• 100 g Cream Cheese (softened to room temperature)
• 100 g All-Purpose Flour (for the dough)
• 1 Egg (large, for the dough)
• 1 tsp Matcha Powder (optional green flavor for the dough)
• 2 Egg (large, beaten for coating)
• 60 g All-Purpose Flour (for the second coating layer)
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder (adds color to the coating)
• 2 Tbsp Water (to make a thin flour slurry)
• 1 cup Cheetos (crushed fine; use the original cheese flavor)
• 1 cup Takis (crushed fine; provides spicy crunch)
• 2 inches Vegetable Oil (for deep‑frying; use a neutral oil with high smoke point)

Instructions

1. Make the Cheese Dough

   In a mixing bowl combine shredded mozzarella, softened cream cheese, 100 g flour, 1 egg and the matcha powder. Mix with a spatula until a smooth, slightly sticky dough forms.

   Time: PT10M

2. Chill the Dough

   Cover the bowl with cling film and refrigerate for 30 minutes. This firms the dough and makes it easier to shape.

   Time: PT30M

   Temperature: 4°C

3. Prepare Coating Stations

   Set out four shallow bowls: (1) beaten 2 eggs, (2) flour‑turmeric slurry (60 g flour + ½ tsp turmeric + 2 Tbsp water), (3) crushed Cheetos, (4) crushed Takis.

   Time: PT5M

4. Shape the Cheese Balls

   Remove the chilled dough and, with lightly floured hands, roll it into 20‑g portions and shape each into a smooth ball (about 2 inches in diameter). Place the balls on a parchment‑lined tray.

   Time: PT10M

5. Coat the Cheese Balls

   Working one ball at a time, dip it in the beaten egg, then roll in the flour‑turmeric slurry, then press into the crushed Cheetos, dip again in egg, and finally roll in crushed Takis. Ensure an even coating.

   Time: PT10M

6. Heat the Oil

   Fill the frying pan with about 2 inches of vegetable oil and heat to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to check the temperature.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

7. Fry the Cheese Balls

   Carefully lower 4‑5 coated balls into the hot oil. Fry for 2‑3 minutes, turning once, until the exterior is golden‑brown and the cheese inside is melted.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

8. Drain and Serve

   Transfer the fried balls to a plate lined with paper towels. Let them rest for 1 minute, then serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

8 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

15 g

Fiber

1 g