Description
Crispy, golden mozzarella sticks made easily in your air fryer. Perfect for a quick snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Cut each mozzarella stick in half to make 24 pieces.
- Place flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate shallow bowls.
- Mix garlic powder and paprika into the breadcrumbs.
- Coat each mozzarella piece in flour, dip in egg, then roll in breadcrumbs.
- Place coated sticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between them.
- Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Air fry at 400°F for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve immediately with marinara sauce.
Notes
- Freeze coated mozzarella sticks for 15 minutes before air frying for extra crispiness.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- Use parchment paper for easier cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: mozzarella sticks, air fryer, appetizer, vegetarian, Italian