Low Carb Mozzarella Sticks
User Reviews
3.2
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
267 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
Low Carb Mozzarella Sticks
Description
The Low Carb Mozzarella Sticks recipe uses string cheese cut in half as the core ingredient, coated with a blend of almond flour, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt. The combination of cheese and nut-based coating delivers a satisfying crispy exterior and gooey cheese interior. The mozzarella sticks are first frozen for 30 minutes to ensure the coating stays in place when cooked at high heat in an air fryer for about 5 minutes. After cooking, a brief rest allows the cheese to set slightly, making them easier to handle and enjoy.
This method offers a lower-carb alternative to traditional fried mozzarella sticks by substituting almond flour for breadcrumbs. The Italian seasoning and garlic salt add extra flavor without needing heavy dips. These sticks can be served as snacks, appetizers, or paired with low-carb sauces. Adjusting air fryer times helps maintain optimal crispness, especially when making multiple batches.
Tip: Because the air fryer retains heat, reduce cooking time slightly for subsequent batches to avoid overcooking. Preparing the sticks with parchment paper between layers in the freezer prevents sticking and helps with batch cooking.
Ingredients
- 12 mozzarella sticks string cheese, cut in half
- 2 egg beaten, large
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese the powdered kind
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
Instructions
- In a bowl combine almond flour, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt.
- In a separate bowl whisk eggs.
- One at a time coat your mozzarella stick halves in egg and then toss in the coating mixture. As you finish place them in a resealable container. If you have to make more than 1 layer place parchment paper between the layers of mozzarella sticks.
- Freeze mozzarella sticks for 30 minutes.
- Remove from freezer and place in Philips AirFryer.
- Set to 400 degrees F and cook for 5 minutes.
- Open air fryer and let stand for 1 minute before moving low carb mozzarella sticks to a plate.
Notes
- Freeze coated mozzarella sticks before air frying to help the coating stay intact.
- Reduce cooking time for later batches as the air fryer stays hot from previous batches.
- Layer mozzarella sticks with parchment paper when freezing to keep them separated.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 267 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 267kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 90mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 788mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 27mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 145IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 172mg | 17% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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3.2
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