Crispy Homemade Mozzarella Sticks
If you’re craving a delicious snack that combines gooey cheese with a crispy coating, look no further than these Crispy Homemade Mozzarella Sticks! Perfect for family movie nights, gatherings, or game days, these cheesy bites are incredibly easy to make and will impress everyone at the table. With just a few ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create this irresistible treat that pairs perfectly with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound mozzarella cheese (string cheese sticks recommended)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Prepare the mozzarella by cutting it into sticks if not using string cheese.
- Chill the cheese sticks in the freezer for about 30 minutes.
- Set up your breading station with flour in one bowl, whisked eggs in another, and seasoned breadcrumbs mixed with spices in the third.
- Coat each cheese stick in flour, dip in egg wash, and coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs. Repeat for extra crunch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the sticks in batches for about 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with marinara sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 sticks (80g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 180mg