Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
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Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
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These crispy and cheesy air fryer mozzarella sticks are easy to make and are healthier than the store-bought version. Just coat cheese sticks in breadcrumbs, freeze, and air fry. It's easily made gluten-free, too!
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Ingredients
- 12 oz Mozzarella cheese sticks cut in half (24 mozzarella sticks total)
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour gluten-free if needed
- 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder or tapioca starch or corn starch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup Italian bread crumbs gluten-free if needed
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Instructions
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
- In a shallow bowl, mix the gluten-free all-purpose flour, arrowroot powder (or tapioca flour), salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. In a second shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten. In a third shallow bowl, place the gluten-free Italian breadcrumbs.
- If using a block of mozzarella cheese, cut it into sticks approximately 3 inches long and ½ inch thick.
- Roll each mozzarella stick in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Then dip the floured stick into the beaten eggs, letting any excess drip back into the bowl. Finally, roll and press the egg-coated stick in the breadcrumbs, ensuring an even coating.
- Place the coated mozzarella sticks on the lined baking sheet. Freeze for at least 2 hours, or until frozen solid.
- Oven-Baked: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lightly spray the tops of the frozen mozzarella sticks with oil or avocado oil spray. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until crispy and golden. Keep an eye on them to ensure the cheese doesn’t melt out!
- Air Fry: Preheat your air fryer to 390°F.Line the bottom of the basket with parchment paper. Place the mozzarella sticks in a single layer (no overlapping) and spray lightly with olive oil or cooking spray. Air fry for 5-7 minutes, or until crispy. Check at the 5-minute mark to make sure the cheese isn’t melting out
- Serve the mozzarella sticks immediately with marinara sauce, ranch, pesto, caesar, or aioli for dipping.
Notes
- * You must freeze your mozzarella sticks for at least 2 hours before baking or air frying because if not, the cheese will melt out of the bread coating, and they will not hold their “stick” shape.
- String Cheese: You can use string cheese instead of mozzarella if needed. Just follow the same instructions!
- Flour: Do not use almond or coconut flour to coat these mozzarella sticks.
- Arrowroot Powder: Cornstarch and tapioca flour are the best substitutes.
- Not Gluten-Free: If you are not gluten-free, you can use regular all-purpose flour and Italian bread crumbs.
- Storing: Homemade mozzarella sticks are best enjoyed within 5 – 10 minutes of baking or air frying them. You can store leftovers for up to 2 days in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Freezing: Air fryer frozen mozzarella sticks can last up to 3 months in the freeze if stored uncooked.
- Reheating: For best results, reheat in your air fryer at 350°F for 2 – 4 minutes or in your oven or toaster oven at 350°F for 5 – 8 minutes. Avoid the microwave because they will get soggy.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
73kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
23mg
(8%)
Sodium
181mg
(8%)
Potassium
19mg
(1%)
Fiber
0.4g
(2%)
Vitamin A
34IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
0.1mg
(0%)
Calcium
23mg
(2%)
Iron
0.4mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 24servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 73 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 73kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 181mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 19mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 34IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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