Description
Mozzarella sticks are the ultimate indulgent snack, featuring a crispy outer layer that gives way to gooey, melty cheese. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, these homemade delights are sure to impress with their delectable flavor and satisfying crunch. Paired with your favorite dipping sauce, every bite evokes fond memories and delicious moments.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 low-moisture mozzarella string cheese sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Unwrap mozzarella sticks and cut them in half for shorter bites.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs (seasoned with salt and pepper), and one with breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan.
- Coat each cheese stick in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then roll in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Freeze the breaded sticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350?F (175?C).
- Fry mozzarella sticks in batches for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks (56g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 120mg