Description
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks are the ultimate cheesy snack that delivers a delightful crunch with each bite. These golden-brown sticks feature a perfectly crispy exterior encasing warm, gooey mozzarella cheese, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfect for game nights, movie marathons, or as an easy appetizer, serve them alongside marinara sauce for a classic pairing that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 low-moisture mozzarella string cheese sticks
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (or panko)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Cooking spray
- Optional: Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare your breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for seasoned breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning.
- Lightly coat each mozzarella stick in flour, dip into the egg wash, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
- Place the breaded sticks on a baking sheet and freeze for 30 minutes to help maintain shape during cooking.
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C) and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
- Arrange the mozzarella sticks in a single layer in the basket. Mist with cooking spray and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer and let cool slightly before serving with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mozzarella sticks (60g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 130mg