Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these homemade mozzarella sticks! Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, they are a perfect appetizer for any gathering—from game days to cozy nights at home. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create restaurant-quality treats that will impress your family and friends. These mozzarella sticks are not only easy to make but also customizable with your favorite spices. Serve them hot with a side of marinara sauce for dipping, and get ready to enjoy every cheesy bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 string cheese (cut in half crosswise)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons milk
- Oil for frying
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Marinara sauce for serving
Instructions
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs and milk, and one with breadcrumbs seasoned with salt and pepper.
- Dip each cheese stick into the flour, then the egg mixture, followed by the breadcrumbs. For extra crunch, repeat the egg and breadcrumb coating.
- Freeze coated cheese sticks for at least 2 hours until solid.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F. Fry the mozzarella sticks in batches for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mozzarella sticks (60g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 118mg