Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with homemade Mozzarella Sticks! This easy recipe delivers crispy, golden-brown cheese bites that are perfectly gooey on the inside. Ideal for parties, game days, or a cozy night in, these delicious snacks are a surefire hit. Coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and fried to perfection, they offer an irresistible crunch paired with your favorite dipping sauces like marinara or ranch. Plus, with simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can impress your guests (or yourself!) in no time.

Ingredients

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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
1 cup marinara sauce

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Instructions

Set up a breading station with flour, a breadcrumb mixture (seasoned with salt and pepper), and an egg mixture (eggs beaten with milk).
Coat each cheese stick in flour, dip into the egg mix, roll in breadcrumbs, then repeat for double coating.
Freeze the coated sticks for at least 2 hours until solid.
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, sprinkle with parsley, and serve warm with marinara.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 240
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 70mg