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Homemade Mozzarella Sticks

Easy mozzarella sticks from scratch make the perfect party appetizer for a crowd or kid friendly family dinner. Cheese, breading, traditional frying and air fryer instructions included.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Additional Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 24 sticks
Calories: 157 kcal
Course: Main Course , Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound block mozzarella cheese or 24 cheese sticks , whole block cut into 24 sticks
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup plain bread crumbs
  • 1 1/4 cup Panko bread crumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon homemade Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 3 eggs
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • peanut or vegetable oil , for frying

Instructions

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  1. Combine the Panko, flour,breadcrumbs and spices in a large shallow bowl and stir to combine.
  2. In a separate shallow bowl add in your eggs and milk and whisk until combined.
  3. Slice a block of mozzarella cheese into even ½ inch sticks. Try and make them as even as possible so they all fry evenly. If using store bought cheese sticks skip this step.
  4. One at a time dip the cheese stick in the egg mixture, then the breadcrumbs, then repeat. Make sure the cheese sticks are well coated on all sides and eggs. Once all the cheese sticks are breaded, place on a large plate or cookie sheet.
  5. Place the plate of coated cheese sticks in the freezer and freeze for at least 2 hours.
  6. Once frozen, heat vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat until the oil has reached 350 degrees F or is shimmering.
  7. Add mozzarella sticks in the oil and fry until golden-brown, about 2-3 minutes. Carefully flip the sticks with tongs and repeat on the other side.
  8. Once the cheese stick is fried carefully remove from the oil and place on a paper towel lined plate. Repeat this until all the mozzarella sticks are fried. Serve warm with marinara sauce or sauce of choice.
  9. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments and/or ratings.

Nutrition Information

Calories 157kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 39mg (13%) Sodium 167mg (7%) Potassium 40mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 174IU (3%) Calcium 114mg (11%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24sticks

Amount Per Serving

Calories 157

% Daily Value*

Calories 157kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 39mg 13%
Sodium 167mg 7%
Potassium 40mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 174IU 3%
Calcium 114mg 11%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.