Double-Breaded Mozzarella Sticks
Double-Breaded Mozzarella Sticks is made with 12 mozzarella string cheese, flour, 2 eggs, Italian breadcrumbs; air fry at 390°F for 8 minutes to serve 4. 290 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Set up three bowls: flour, beaten eggs, breadcrumbs with garlic powder.
- 2
Coat each stick: flour → egg → breadcrumbs → egg → breadcrumbs again (double coat is essential).
- 3
Freeze on parchment-lined tray for at least 1 hour. Do not skip this.
- 4
Spray frozen sticks with oil. Air fry at 390°F for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway.
Tip: NEVER skip freezing — it's what prevents the cheese from melting out before the coating crisps.
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 290 calories per serving.
- ✨Achieves the same golden, crispy texture without submerging food in oil.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Double-Breaded Mozzarella Sticks at 390°F for 8 minutes. NEVER skip freezing — it's what prevents the cheese from melting out before the coating crisps.
You need: 12 mozzarella string cheese, ½ cup flour, 2 eggs, beaten, 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs, 1 tsp garlic powder, Warm marinara sauce. This recipe serves 4 with 290 calories per serving.
Double-Breaded Mozzarella Sticks takes 8 minutes total at 390°F. Spray frozen sticks with oil. Air fry at 390°F for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 8 minutes at 390°F.
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