Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these homemade mozzarella sticks! This easy-to-follow recipe features gooey, melted mozzarella encased in a crispy breadcrumb coating, making them the perfect appetizer for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a game night or enjoying a cozy evening at home, these mozzarella sticks are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have delicious cheesy bites ready to serve in no time. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauces for an unforgettable flavor experience that rivals any restaurant dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 string cheese (cut in half crosswise)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons milk
- Oil for frying
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the coatings by placing flour in one bowl, mixing breadcrumbs with salt and pepper in another, and beating eggs with milk in a third bowl.
- Coat each cheese stick by first dipping it in flour, then egg mixture, followed by rolling it in breadcrumbs. Repeat the egg and breadcrumb process for extra crunch.
- Freeze the coated cheese sticks for at least 2 hours until solid.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry a few cheese sticks at a time for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and garnish with parsley before serving with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg