Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this homemade Mozzarella Sticks recipe. These delectable bites are perfectly crispy on the outside while delivering a gooey, cheesy center that will leave your taste buds craving more. Ideal for any gathering—be it game day, movie night, or a simple snack—these mozzarella sticks surpass restaurant versions in both flavor and freshness. Serve them with marinara sauce for a classic touch, or get creative with various dips to customize your experience. With easy-to-follow steps, you’ll impress friends and family alike with this delightful appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 string cheese (cut in half crosswise)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons milk
- Oil for frying
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Marinara sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with a mix of breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper, and the last with beaten eggs and milk.
- Dip each cheese stick first in flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally coat it in breadcrumbs. Repeat the egg dip followed by breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Place coated sticks on a parchment-lined sheet pan and freeze for at least 2 hours until solid.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F. Fry the cheese sticks in small batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mozzarella sticks (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 100mg