Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with homemade mozzarella sticks! These irresistible bites feature a golden, crunchy exterior that unveils gooey, stretchy cheese when you take a bite. Perfect for game nights or cozy gatherings, this easy recipe will have everyone reaching for more. Serve with marinara sauce for a classic pairing that enhances the cheesy goodness. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this crowd-pleasing appetizer!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh mozzarella cheese sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 cups cooking oil (canola or vegetable)
- Optional: Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare your station with three shallow bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs.
- Roll each mozzarella stick in flour, shaking off excess. Dip in beaten eggs, then coat evenly with breadcrumbs.
- Place coated mozzarella sticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Test readiness by dropping in a breadcrumb; it should sizzle.
- Fry mozzarella sticks in batches until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 sticks (90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg