Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this homemade mozzarella sticks recipe. These crispy, gooey delights are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a game night or enjoying a cozy evening in. With a golden-brown exterior and a melt-in-your-mouth cheese center, these mozzarella sticks are sure to impress your guests. Easy to make and customizable, you can experiment with different spices or dipping sauces to elevate your snacking experience. Serve them hot alongside marinara sauce for an irresistible appetizer that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 string cheese (cut in half crosswise)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons milk
- Oil for frying
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with milk, and the last with breadcrumbs seasoned with salt and pepper.
- Dip each cheese stick in flour, then egg mixture, and finally coat it in breadcrumbs. For extra crunch, repeat the egg and breadcrumb steps.
- Freeze the coated sticks for at least 2 hours.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the mozzarella sticks until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stick (28g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg