Description
This Baked Arancini recipe combines creamy Arborio rice with gooey mozzarella cheese, all baked to golden perfection. A crunchy breadcrumb coating and a sprinkle of Parmesan add extra flavor to these delightful Italian rice balls.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups Arborio rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups bread crumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese cubed
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Cook the rice: In a saucepan, simmer the Arborio rice in chicken broth until cooked.
- Cool and mix: Let the rice cool, then mix in Parmesan, eggs, mozzarella, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Form balls: Shape the mixture into balls, coat with breadcrumbs, and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake: Brush with olive oil and bake until golden and crispy.
Notes
- For a twist, add diced ham or peas to the rice mixture.
- These arancini can be served with marinara sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 arancini ball
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
Keywords: Italian appetizer, arancini recipe, baked rice balls