Mozzarella Sticks
Mozzarella sticks are the ultimate cheesy snack that everyone loves. With their crispy, golden-brown exterior and gooey, stretchy mozzarella center, these treats are perfect for parties or a cozy movie night at home. This easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering appetizer that will have your friends and family asking for seconds. Serve them with marinara sauce for the ultimate dipping experience!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 mozzarella sticks total) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying (enough to fill the pan about 2 inches deep)
- 1 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Cut the mozzarella into 3–4 inch sticks.
- Set up a breading station: flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs in a third.
- Dredge each cheese stick in flour, dip it in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Freeze breaded sticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry mozzarella sticks until golden brown (about 1–2 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels and serve with warm marinara sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mozzarella sticks (76g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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