Crispy Popcorn Halloumi Cheese Bites with Hot Honey Sesame Dip

These Crispy Popcorn Halloumi Cheese Bites are made with our premium International Collection Garlic Flavored Olive Oil- renowned for its rich flavor and captivating aroma. Dip straight into a Hot Honey and Sesame dip using our nutty Toasted Sesame Seed Oil for the perfect appetizer!

Time 35 min

Servings 8

Difficulty 3

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Ingredients

Crispy Popcorn Halloumi Cheese Bites Ingredients:

2 Large Eggs, beaten
2 (8 ounce) Blocks Halloumi Cheese, cubed
1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon Paprika Powder
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
2 Tablespoons (roughly) International Collection™ Garlic Flavored Olive Oil

Hot Honey Sesame Dip Ingredients:

1/2 cup Honey
1 teaspoon Salt
4 Tablespoons International Collection™ Toasted Sesame Oil
1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
1/2 teaspoon Sesame Seeds

Method

Preheat the oven to 425° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Whisk the eggs in a bowl, add the cubed halloumi and toss to coat. In a separate bowl, combine the panko, parmesan, paprika, and a black pepper.
Remove each piece of halloumi from the eggs, and dredge through the panko bread crumb mixture, tossing to coat. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat until all the halloumi has been used. Make sure to leave space in between each coated halloumi cheese cube.
Lightly drizzle the halloumi with International Collection™ Garlic Flavored Olive Oil then bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden and crispy.
Meanwhile, heat the honey, salt, crushed red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, and International Collection™ Toasted Sesame Oil on low heat while whisking for 3-4 minutes.
Serve the crispy halloumi cheese bites warm alongside the hot honey sesame dip.