Description
Make crispy mozzarella sticks in your air fryer with this simple recipe. Perfect for snacks or appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Cut each mozzarella stick in half.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder and paprika.
- Roll each mozzarella piece in flour, then dip in egg, and coat with breadcrumbs. Repeat for a double coating.
- Place coated sticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Air fry at 400°F for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve immediately with marinara sauce.
Notes
- Freeze coated mozzarella sticks for 30 minutes before air frying for extra crispiness.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: air fryer mozzarella sticks, crispy cheese sticks, easy appetizer