Description
Mozzarella sticks are the ultimate cheesy snack, featuring a crispy golden exterior that gives way to a gooey, melted mozzarella center. Perfect for parties or cozy movie nights, these irresistible bites are best served hot with marinara sauce for dipping. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser, you won’t be able to stop at just one!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 string cheese sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Marinara sauce for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Set up three shallow bowls: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan.
- 2. Roll each cheese stick in flour, shaking off excess. Dip into beaten eggs until fully coated. Roll in breadcrumb mixture until evenly coated.
- 3. Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- 4. Serve hot alongside marinara sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks (56g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - For extra crunch, double-coat the mozzarella sticks in breadcrumbs. - Experiment by adding Italian seasoning or crushed red pepper flakes for added flavor. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the oven at 375°F for crispiness.