Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks (Print Version)
Golden mozzarella sticks turn crisp outside and gooey inside, with lighter air frying and savory breaded seasonings.
# Ingredients:
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12 part-skim cheese sticks
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¼ cup all-purpose flour (use gluten-free if needed)
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1 large egg
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⅓ cup bread crumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp ground black pepper
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¼ tsp salt
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nonstick spray
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Optional: sauces or dips for serving, such as marinara sauce
# Directions:
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Cut cheese sticks in half to produce 24 pieces.
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Place flour into a sandwich bag. Whisk the egg in a small, shallow dish. Combine bread crumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt in another small, shallow dish.
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Place cheese sticks (a few at a time) in the sandwich bag with the flour. Lightly toss to coat, then tap off excess flour.
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Dip floured cheese sticks into the egg wash, ensuring complete coverage.
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Transfer cheese sticks to the breadcrumb mixture and completely coat. Use a small spoon if necessary to ensure full coverage.
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Place breaded cheese sticks on a silicone mat-lined baking dish. Freeze for at least 1 hour; can be stored frozen for weeks.
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Preheat air fryer to 385°F. Place frozen cheese sticks in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch. Spray tops with nonstick spray and cook for 5 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 425°F. Arrange frozen cheese sticks on a silicone mat or parchment paper-lined baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring there is no contact between them. Spray tops with nonstick spray and bake for 9-10 minutes.
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Serve mozzarella sticks immediately while warm. Pair with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara.
# Notes:
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Recipe yields 24 pieces, with 1 serving equaling 2 mozzarella sticks.
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Nutrition data excludes optional dips and is calculated based on ingredients used during preparation after accounting for leftovers.