Crispy Mozzarella Sticks
Crispy Mozzarella Sticks is made with 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks, flour, 2 eggs, Italian seasoned breadcrumbs; air fry at 390°F for 8 minutes to serve 4. 280 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Cut string cheese in half if desired. Freeze for at least 30 minutes — this prevents them from melting out during cooking.
- 2
Set up breading station: flour, beaten eggs, breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan.
- 3
Dredge each frozen stick: flour, egg, breadcrumbs. Double-dip in egg and breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- 4
Spray with cooking spray. Air fry at 390°F for 6-8 minutes until golden and crispy.
- 5
Serve immediately with warm marinara. Pull apart for maximum cheese stretch.
Tip: Freezing the cheese is non-negotiable — room temp cheese melts out before the coating crisps. Double-breading creates a thicker shell that holds better.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 8 minutes vs ~13 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🫒Uses up to 80% less oil than deep frying, bringing this down to 280 calories per serving.
- ✨Achieves the same golden, crispy texture without submerging food in oil.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Crispy Mozzarella Sticks at 390°F for 8 minutes. Freezing the cheese is non-negotiable — room temp cheese melts out before the coating crisps. Double-breading creates a thicker shell that holds better.
You need: 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks, 1/2 cup flour, 2 eggs, beaten, 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, Marinara sauce, warmed, Ranch dressing. This recipe serves 4 with 280 calories per serving.
Crispy Mozzarella Sticks takes 8 minutes total at 390°F. Serve immediately with warm marinara. Pull apart for maximum cheese stretch.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 8 minutes at 390°F.
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