Description
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks are a quick and easy snack that are crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, perfect for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese sticks
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each mozzarella stick first in flour, then in the egg, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Place the breaded mozzarella sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Spray the sticks lightly with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add garlic powder to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 sticks
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks, Easy Mozzarella Sticks, Crispy Mozzarella Sticks, Snack Recipe