Description
Enjoy restaurant-quality, crispy mozzarella sticks right at home with this simple air fryer recipe. These sticks feature a perfectly seasoned, golden-brown panko crust that holds a warm, gooey cheese center. Using an air fryer creates a satisfying, crunchy snack without the excess grease of traditional deep frying, making it the perfect treat for your next movie night or casual gathering.
Ingredients
8 sticks low-moisture string cheese
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, whisked
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
Freeze the mozzarella sticks for at least thirty minutes to stabilize the cheese core.
Whisk the eggs in a shallow bowl.
Combine flour, garlic powder, and oregano in a separate shallow dish.
Place panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
Dredge each cold cheese stick in the flour mixture and shake off excess.
Dip the floured stick into the egg mixture until completely coated.
Press the stick firmly into the panko breadcrumbs to coat thoroughly.
Optional: Repeat the egg and panko step for a double-breaded crust.
Arrange sticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Cook at 390°F for 8 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
Freezing the cheese is crucial to prevent leakage. For extra structural integrity, perform a double-breading process. Serve immediately with marinara sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 8
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 65mg