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Mozzarella Sticks

American · Appetizer

Crispy, golden-brown mozzarella sticks with a gooey, melted cheese center. This classic American snack is perfect for parties or a cozy night in, especially when paired with marinara sauce.

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1 hr 20 minA little patience, a lot of flavor
Prep time15 min
Cook time5 min
Servings4 people
DifficultyIntermediate
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How to make it

5 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Place the flour in a shallow bowl

    Place the flour in a shallow bowl. In a second bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and garlic powder.

  2. Coat each mozzarella stick

    Coat each mozzarella stick in flour, then dip in the beaten egg, and finally coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.

  3. Place the coated sticks

    Place the coated sticks on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 1 hour. This is essential to prevent the cheese from exploding during frying.

    1 hr

  4. Heat oil in a heavy pot or deep fryer

    Heat oil in a heavy pot or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C). Fry the frozen sticks in batches for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Do not overcrowd the pan.

    2 min

  5. Drain on paper towels

    Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with warm marinara sauce.

A little kitchen wisdom

Always freeze the cheese sticks before frying; this prevents them from melting and leaking out before the crust becomes crispy. For an extra thick crust, you can double-dip in the egg and breadcrumbs.

What you'll need

Deep fryer or heavy potShallow bowlsBaking sheetTongsPaper towels
Keep the good going

For now. And for later.

Make it ahead

You can coat the mozzarella sticks and keep them in the freezer for up to a month in an airtight container.

Store & enjoy

Store leftover sticks in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat in an air fryer or oven to regain crispiness. Reheat at 350°F (177°C) for 5-7 minutes.

Allergens

Contains milk, eggs, wheat, gluten.

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Mozzarella Sticks
Step 1 of 5

Place the flour in a shallow bowl

Place the flour in a shallow bowl. In a second bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and garlic powder.