Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this easy homemade mozzarella sticks recipe. Perfectly crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, these cheesy delights are ideal for game nights, parties, or as a cozy evening snack. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you can create a golden-brown treat that rivals your favorite restaurant version. Pair them with marinara sauce or your favorite dips for an unforgettable snacking experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 string cheese (cut in half)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons milk
- Oil for frying
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
- Marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper, and the last with beaten eggs and milk.
- Dip each cheese stick in flour, then egg mixture, followed by breadcrumbs. Repeat the egg and breadcrumb layers for extra crunch.
- Place 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 cheese sticks in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels, sprinkle with parsley, and serve hot with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mozzarella sticks (56g)
- Calories: 188
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 396mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 75mg