Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort snack with Crispy Mozzarella Sticks! These golden, crunchy treats are filled with gooey melted mozzarella cheese that will make your taste buds dance. Perfect for game days, movie nights, or cozy evenings at home, this easy-to-make recipe promises a delightful experience whether you’re sharing or savoring them solo. Pair with marinara sauce for the classic touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese (cut into 3-inch sticks)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare your station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for panko breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning.
- Dredge each mozzarella stick in flour, then dip into the beaten eggs to coat fully.
- Roll each stick in the seasoned breadcrumbs until completely covered.
- Place coated sticks on a baking sheet and freeze for about 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry sticks in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and serve with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 sticks (90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 180mg