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Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks

Crispy Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks You Need for Snack Heaven

Enjoy guilt-free Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks, a quick and easy appetizer satisfying cheese cravings without the oily mess.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Freezing Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 8 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coating
  • 12 sticks Mozzarella String Cheese or cheddar as an alternative
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour as a substitute
  • 2 large Eggs or flaxseed meal mixed with water for vegan option
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs with added Parmesan
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • shallow dishes
  • paper towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the mozzarella sticks dry with a paper towel. Set up three shallow dishes: flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with salt and pepper.
  2. Coat each mozzarella stick in flour, dip in eggs, then roll in the panko mixture, placing them on a plate.
  3. Freeze the coated mozzarella sticks for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange frozen sticks in a single layer in the basket and air fry for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  5. Serve immediately with marinara sauce or ranch dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stickCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Enjoy these sticks fresh for the best texture. Can freeze unbreaded sticks for up to a month.

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