Description

Mozzarella Cheese Sticks are the ultimate crowd-pleasing snack, featuring a crispy, golden-brown coating that gives way to ooey-gooey, melty cheese. Perfect for game nights, movie marathons, or any gathering, these delightful bites are easy to make and pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauces like marinara or ranch. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this irresistible treat!

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese (cut into sticks)
2 tsp olive oil (for frying)

Instructions

Cut mozzarella into sticks about 1 inch thick for even cooking.
Set up a breading station with separate bowls for flour (seasoned with salt and pepper), beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning.
Dip each cheese stick in flour, shake off excess, then coat in egg before rolling in breadcrumbs until fully covered.
Chill the breaded sticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 30 minutes to prevent melting during frying.
Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Fry the mozzarella sticks in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Drain on paper towels and serve warm with dipping sauces.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 cheese sticks (100g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: - For extra crunch, double-dip the cheese sticks in egg and breadcrumbs. - Experiment with spices like garlic powder or cayenne in the breadcrumb mixture for added flavor. - To bake instead of fry, place sticks on a baking sheet at 400°F for 15-20 minutes until crispy.