Description
Homemade air fryer mozzarella sticks are easier to make than you think! Golden and crispy breading encases gooey, melty cheese.
Cuisine American
Servings 3-4 servings
Calories 470kcal
Ingredients
8sticks mozzarella string cheesecut in half
¼cupall-purpose flour
2large eggsbeaten
¾cupbread crumbs
2teaspoonsolive oil
1teaspoonItalian seasoning
½teaspoongarlic powder
¼teaspoonkosher salt
Marinara saucefor dipping
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Place flour in a shallow bowl and set aside. In a second bowl, whisk egg until well beaten. In another shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs, vegetable oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt and whisk to combine.
- Dip each piece of mozzarella in the flour, then the egg, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture. Place the coated sticks on the baking sheet and freeze, uncovered, for at least 30 minutes, or until ready to fry.
Place the mozzarella sticks in the basket and spray them generously with cooking spray.
- Air fry at 390 degrees F for 6-8 minutes (the cheese will begin to bubble), or until golden and crisp. Serve immediately with marinara sauce.
Notes
How to reheat mozzarella sticks:
1. Place mozzarella sticks in your air fryer basket.
2. Cook at 390 degrees for 3-5 minutes or until crispy and the cheese is melted.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Calories: 470kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 26gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 185mgSodium: 1017mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
This nutrition information is based on the exact products I used in this recipe. Brands and sizes of products could alter exact nutrition and should always be calculated independently.
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