Why buy the pre-packaged, frozen version of mozzarella sticks when you can make your own homemade recipe in the air fryer in minutes?
Homemade Mozza Sticks
We love mozza sticks because they are crispy on the outside and melty inside. These are easy to make with string cheese and a handful of pantry ingredients. They’re prepped ahead of time and stored in the freezer for a great snack anytime. Add your favorite dipes from marinara sauce to homemade ranch dressing.
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Ingredients
MOZZARELLA STRING CHEESE We love the way string cheese melts and it’s just the right size for a bite. Swap out Mozza for your fave string cheese flavor including cheddar. EGGS are used to make the breadcrumbs stick to the string cheese. SEASONING Garlic powder, salt & pepper are all you need. BREADCRUMBS We use a combination of seasoned breadcrumbs (for flavor) and Panko (for crunch).
Variations
Feel free to create your own signature seasoning blend! We like to mix in Taco Seasoning, Cajun Seasoning, or our favorite Homemade Italian Seasoning.
How to Cook Homemade Mozzarella Sticks
Mozzarella sticks made from scratch.
Freezing them first allows the crumbs to crisp up without the cheese melting out. Be sure to preheat the air fryer and keep in mind that air fryers (and brands of mozzarella sticks) can vary. Check them early at about 4 minutes. Once you see cheese starting to bubble out, they’re ready.
Purchased frozen mozzarella sticks will cook for about 5-7 minutes at 390°F.
How to Store
Keep air-fried mozzarella sticks in a covered container for about 3 days in the refrigerator. Reheat in the air fryer for about 3 minutes to re-crisp them. Breaded, uncooked mozzarella sticks can be frozen for up to 6 months. They should go straight from the freezer to the air fryer without thawing!
Air Fryer Appetizers
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