Crispy Homemade Mozzarella Sticks
Crispy Homemade Mozzarella Sticks are the ultimate indulgent snack, featuring a golden-brown exterior that gives way to warm, stretchy cheese. Perfect for game nights or casual gatherings, these cheesy delights are easy to make at home and sure to impress your guests. Dip them in marinara sauce or ranch dressing for an unbeatable flavor combination. Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with this simple yet delicious recipe!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Cooking oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Cut mozzarella into uniform sticks about 1 inch thick.
- Set up a breading station with flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a third bowl.
- Dredge each mozzarella stick in flour, dip in eggs, and then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Freeze coated sticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry sticks in batches until golden brown (3-4 minutes) or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mozzarella sticks (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 120mg