Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these homemade mozzarella sticks! Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, these delectable treats are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s game day, a birthday party, or a cozy night in. Made with simple ingredients, this easy recipe guarantees a crowd-pleasing appetizer that will impress both kids and adults alike. Customize your mozzarella sticks by experimenting with various dipping sauces or seasonings to make them your own. Get ready to enjoy a delicious snack that rivals your favorite restaurant’s version!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 string cheese (cut in half crosswise)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons milk
- Oil for frying
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper, and another with whisked eggs and milk.
- Coat each cheese stick in flour, dip into the egg mixture, and roll in breadcrumbs. Repeat for an extra crispy coating.
- Freeze coated cheese sticks for at least 2 hours.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F.
- Fry cheese sticks in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with parsley before serving with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mozzarella sticks (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg