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Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks

Crispy Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks You'll Want to Snack On

Enjoy these guilt-free Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks, a crispy and gooey delight perfect for snacking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Freezing Time 30 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coating
  • 16 sticks String Cheese Thawed if previously frozen
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Base layer for coating
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Large flakes for crunch
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Can substitute with herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Optional but recommended
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Coating Stations. Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Dry the String Cheese. Pat dry the cheese sticks with paper towels.
  3. Flour Coating. Coat each cheese stick in flour, shaking off excess.
  4. Egg Dipping. Dip floured sticks into beaten eggs and allow excess to drip off.
  5. Breadcrumb Coating. Roll each egg-dipped stick in seasoned panko.
  6. Freeze the Coated Sticks. Freeze for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat the Air Fryer. Preheat to 380°F (190°C) and spray the basket.
  8. Arrange the Sticks. Place frozen sticks in a single layer in the basket.
  9. Air Fry to Perfection. Air fry for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway.
  10. Serve and Enjoy. Remove golden sticks and serve hot with marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 3sticksCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 16gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Freezing the coated sticks ensures they maintain their shape while cooking.

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