Tortellini Party Snacks with Crispy Coating and Marinara Dip Recipe
These Tortellini Party Snacks are crispy, golden, bite-sized appetizers perfect for any gathering. Featuring three-cheese tortellini coated in a seasoned Panko and Parmesan crust, they bake to perfection and are served with classic marinara sauce for dipping. A delightful, easy-to-make treat that combines creamy cheese with a crunchy exterior, ideal for parties or casual snacking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 20-ounce refrigerated package three-cheese tortellini, boiled al dente
Breading
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 5 large eggs
- 5 tablespoons milk
- 2 1/2 cups Panko bread crumbs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
- Sprinkling of sea salt
- Freshly-ground black pepper, a few twists
Garnishes
- Drizzling of melted butter
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Sprinkling of red chili flakes
- Minced Italian parsley
Dipping Sauce
- 23.5-ounce jar of classic marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Equipment: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats, and gather three shallow bowls, a whisk, and a spoon for the breading process.
- Prepare Flour Bowl: In the first bowl, place all-purpose flour to coat the tortellini initially.
- Prepare Egg Wash: In the second bowl, whisk together the five large eggs and five tablespoons of milk until well combined to create an egg wash mixture.
- Prepare Breading Mixture: In the third bowl, mix together the Panko bread crumbs, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, red chili pepper flakes, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper thoroughly.
- Coat Tortellini: Working in small batches, add the cooked tortellini to the flour, coating each piece thickly. Then transfer the floured tortellini to the egg wash, ensuring every side is evenly coated with no flour spots visible. Next, move them to the breading bowl and generously coat each tortellini piece with the crumb mixture. Place each breaded tortellini on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each to allow for crisping on all sides.
- Bake: Bake the breaded tortellini in the preheated oven for 14-15 minutes or until they are beautifully crispy and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Arrange the crispy tortellini on a party tray, drizzle with melted butter, and sprinkle with additional grated Parmesan, red chili flakes, and minced Italian parsley. Serve immediately with a bowl of classic marinara sauce for dipping and enjoy these festive, easy appetizers!
Notes
- Boil the tortellini just until al dente to prevent them from becoming too soft when baked.
- Ensure no flour spots remain on the tortellini after egg coating for better adhesion of the bread crumbs.
- Leave space between tortellini on the baking sheet to promote even crisping and browning.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for enhanced flavor in the breading.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes to control spiciness according to preference.
- Serve immediately after baking for the best crispy texture.
Keywords: Tortellini, Party Snacks, Baked Tortellini, Cheese Appetizers, Italian Appetizers, Crispy Tortellini, Easy Party Food, Marinara Dipping Sauce
