Description
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks deliver a delightful snack experience with gooey melted cheese wrapped in a crispy, golden crust. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, these homemade treats are not only quick to prepare but also a healthier alternative to traditional frying. Ready in just minutes, they make an irresistible pairing with marinara sauce for dipping, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- Cooking spray
- 1 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
- Roll each mozzarella stick in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then coat with breadcrumbs. Repeat until all sticks are coated.
- Freeze the coated sticks on a baking sheet for 30 minutes to prevent melting during cooking.
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
- Arrange the frozen mozzarella sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking oil.
- Cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and melty inside. Serve with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack/ appetizer
- Method: Air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 mozzarella sticks (112g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 150mg