Description
Indulge in the irresistible delight of homemade mozzarella sticks! This easy-to-follow recipe transforms simple string cheese into crispy, gooey bites that are perfect for any gathering. With a simple coating of seasoned breadcrumbs and a quick fry, you’ll impress your guests and satisfy your cravings in no time. Whether served with marinara sauce or drizzled with garlic butter, these cheesy treats are a must-try for snack lovers and party hosts alike. Enjoy the fun of pulling apart warm, melty mozzarella sticks, making them an instant hit at any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 string cheese (cut in half crosswise)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups Italian style breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons milk
- Oil for frying
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the coating by placing flour in one bowl, mixing breadcrumbs with salt and pepper in another, and combining eggs with milk in a third bowl.
- Coat each piece of string cheese first in flour, then dip into the egg mixture, followed by the breadcrumb mix. Repeat the egg and breadcrumb dips for extra crunch.
- Place the coated sticks on a parchment-lined sheet pan and freeze for at least 2 hours.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F. Fry frozen cheese sticks in small batches for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels, garnish with parsley, and serve warm with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks (60g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 120mg