Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these homemade mozzarella sticks! Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, they are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a party, game night, or a cozy family dinner. With minimal prep and straightforward steps, you’ll create a dish that’s sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Serve them hot with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for a delightful appetizer that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 string cheese (cut in half crosswise)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons milk
- Oil for frying
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with milk, and one with seasoned breadcrumbs.
- Coat each piece of string cheese first in flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and roll in breadcrumbs. For extra crunch, repeat the egg and breadcrumb steps.
- Place coated sticks on a parchment-lined sheet pan and freeze for at least two hours.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F.
- Fry frozen cheese sticks in batches for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels, sprinkle with parsley, 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: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg