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Mozzarella Sticks with Wonton Wrappers

These Mozzarella Sticks with Wonton Wrappers are a riff on the classic. We made this recipe easier to quicker to make, with the same crispy mozzarella sticks you love!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Freezing
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 40 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 304 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 40 square wonton wrappers
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 20 ounces part-skim mozzarella, cut into 40 (2 ½” x ¼″ x ¼″) sticks
  • salt to taste
  • oil for frying
  • 1 cup marinara sauce

Instructions

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  1. Stir egg and water together and brush each wonton wrapper with the egg wash and place a piece of mozzarella in each wonton, diagonally in one corner.
  2. Tightly roll the stick of cheese in the wonton wrapper, tucking the sides in about halfway through the rolling, before completing and sealing.
  3. Place wrapped mozzarella stick onto a parchment lined baking sheet, seam side down.
  4. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all the wontons and mozzarella sticks have been used.
  5. Place mozzarella stick in the freezer for at least an hour.
  6. Pour about 2 inches oil into a tall pot and preheat stovetop to 350˚F.
  7. Remove mozzarella sticks from freezer and fry in small batches, for about 3 to 4 minutes or until the wontons turn golden brown and the cheese has melted through.
  8. Drain onto a paper towel and lightly season with salt.
  9. Serve immediately with warm marinara sauce.

Notes

  • *Makes 40 sticks

Nutrition Information

Calories 304kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 22g (44%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 69mg (23%) Sodium 822mg (34%) Potassium 199mg (6%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 503IU (10%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 579mg (58%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 304

% Daily Value*

Calories 304kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 22g 44%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 69mg 23%
Sodium 822mg 34%
Potassium 199mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 503IU 10%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 579mg 58%
Iron 2mg 11%

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