Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks are the ideal snack for cheese lovers, offering a delightful blend of crispy exteriors and gooey interiors. This easy-to-make treat evokes nostalgia from movie nights and allows you to indulge guilt-free thanks to the air fryer. Perfect for game days or cozy gatherings, these mozzarella sticks are sure to impress with their golden-brown appearance and irresistible flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 mozzarella sticks) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 string cheese sticks
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare your workstation with three shallow dishes: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning.
- Coat each cheese stick in flour, dip in eggs, and roll in breadcrumbs until fully covered.
- Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for optimal crispiness.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and arrange the coated sticks in a single layer.
- Air fry for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and bubbling. Serve warm with marinara sauce or enjoy plain.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mozzarella sticks (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg