Crispy, Cheesy Mozzarella Sticks Recipe for Guilt-Free Snacking

This Mozzarella Sticks Recipe Crispy, Cheesy transforms a favorite snack into a guilt-free delight with a golden crunch and gooey center.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 10

Freezing Time 2

Total Time 2 40

Servings: 4 sticks

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Coating

12 oz Low-moisture Mozzarella String Cheese
1 cup All-purpose Flour or whole wheat
1 cup Italian Breadcrumbs or panko
2 large Eggs beaten
2 tbsp Milk for the egg mixture

Seasoning

1 tsp Kosher Salt
1 tsp Black Pepper

Cooking

2 cups Oil for Frying vegetable oil, heated to 350°F

Garnish & Dipping

1 tbsp Fresh Parsley optional
1 cup Marinara Sauce for dipping

Equipment

Deep pan
Oven
Air fryer
parchment paper
Bowls
tray

Method

Preparation

Create your coating station with three bowls: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten eggs and milk, and one with seasoned Italian breadcrumbs.
Dredge each mozzarella stick in flour, dip in the egg mixture, then roll in breadcrumbs. Repeat for double coating.
Lay breaded sticks on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for at least 2 hours.

Cooking Method

Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F for frying, or preheat oven to 400°F, or set air fryer to 390°F.
Cook frozen mozzarella sticks until golden brown: 2-3 minutes for frying, 8-10 minutes for baking, or 5-6 minutes for air frying.
Remove from heat and drain on paper towel. Garnish with parsley and serve with marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stickCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure double coating and proper frying temperature to achieve crispy mozzarella sticks without leakage.

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