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Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks

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A lighter, healthier version of the classic fried mozzarella sticks, these Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks have a crispy exterior and gooey interior, perfect for family movie nights or cozy evenings at home.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mozzarella Sticks
  • 8 oz mozzarella cheese sticks Cut into halves or thirds.
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Panko works best for extra crunch.
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour For coating the cheese.
  • 2 large eggs Beaten for egg wash.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder Adds flavor to the coating.
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning Optional but recommended for extra zest.
  • to taste salt and pepper To taste.
  • cooking spray cooking spray For a crispy finish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut mozzarella sticks into halves or thirds. Place them on a plate and freeze for about 30 minutes until firm.
Coating
  1. In a shallow bowl, add the flour. In a second bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, combine breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Take each frozen cheese stick and roll it in the flour until coated. Shake off any excess.
  3. Dip the flour-coated cheese stick into the beaten eggs, ensuring it's completely covered.
  4. Roll the cheese stick in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated. Repeat with all sticks.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the coated mozzarella sticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
  2. Air fry for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 500mgSugar: 1g

Notes

Chill the cheese for best results. Serve with marinara sauce, ranch dressing, garlic butter dip, or fresh veggies.

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