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Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Making mozzarella sticks in an air fryer is an easy way to enjoy a lighter version of this classic appetizer. Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks are crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and great for game day!
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Freezing Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 4 servings (2 sticks)
Calories: 262 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
Italian-American Fussion
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning ("Italian Herbs")
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs *
- 8 low-moisture mozzarella string cheeses (whole milk or part skim)
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce , warmed
Instructions
- Combine the flour, Italian seasoning, salt, and garlic in a small mixing bowl. Whisk together the eggs and milk in a second small mixing bowl. Place the breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Unwrap the string cheese and cut each stick in half crosswise.
- Transfer the breadsticks into the egg mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Dredge each mozzarella stick in the flour mixture, then dip it into the egg wash, coating completely and letting any excess liquid drip off. Bread the mozzarella with the Panko, gently pressing to adhere.
- Place the breaded mozzarella sticks onto a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Place the sheet pan into the freezer for at least two hours.
- Preheat your air fryer to 390°F. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and add the mozzarella sticks in a single layer (depending on your basket, you might have to work in batches). Lightly spray the mozzarella sticks with cooking spray.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the mozzarella sticks are golden brown. (Watch your first batch carefully; air fryers can vary by model and you might need to increase or decrease the cooking time.)
- Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
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Notes
- *For a finer textured coating, pulse the Panko breadcrumbs in a food processor to break up the flakes before breading.
- **If you're using an air fryer in a countertop oven, place a lined baking sheet on a rack below the air fryer basket to protect the heating elements from any cheese drips.
Nutrition Information
Serving
2mozzarella sticks
Calories
262kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
15g
(5%)
Protein
17g
(34%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Cholesterol
124mg
(41%)
Sodium
1214mg
(51%)
Potassium
123mg
(4%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
224IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
90mg
(9%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings (2 sticks)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 262
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2mozzarella sticks | |
| Calories | 262kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 124mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 1214mg | 51% |
| Potassium | 123mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 224IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 90mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.