Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Learn how to make homemade Cheesy Mozzarella Sticks in the air fryer! This recipe is surprisingly easy to make. Check my notes above for substitutions!
Ingredients
- 4 mozzarella string cheese sticks, cut in half
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg, beaten
- ¼ cup all purpose flour
- 1 cup warm marinara sauce for dipping, optional
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer for 5 minutes on 390 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cut mozzarella sticks in half to make 8 sticks total.
- In a shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs and spices.
- Add beaten egg to a second shallow bowl, and then add flour in a third bowl.
- Roll mozzarella sticks in flour mixture.
- Then, dip cheese sticks in egg mixture, turning to cover all sides.
- Place cheese sticks into panko mixture, covering with a spoon and pressing cheese firmly into panko to form an even layer.
- Repeat this process twice with each mozzarella stick.
- Place on paper plate or parchment paper lined, freezer safe dish in a single layer and freeze for 15 minutes.
- Grease air fryer basket with a light coating of nonstick spray.
- Place mozzarella sticks into basket. Cook 4 minutes or until golden brown. If they are not turning golden brown, spray them with cooking spray to help them crisp up. Check before time is up., if cheese is starting to ooze out, they are done!
- Remove from the air fryer tray and allow to rest on paper towels for 2-3 minutes before serving
- Serve with warm marinara sauce as a dipping sauce (optional).
Serving: 1, Calories: 137kcal, Carbohydrates: 16g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 35mg, Sodium: 473mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 3g
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