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air fryer mozzarella sticks recipe

Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks Recipe: 23 Minutes to Joyful Crunch


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 23 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy air fryer mozzarella sticks with a gooey center.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 mozzarella sticks
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut mozzarella sticks in half if desired.
  3. Set up a breading station: place flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate bowls.
  4. Mix Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into breadcrumbs.
  5. Dip each mozzarella stick in flour, then egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
  6. Place the coated sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  7. Spray the sticks with cooking spray.
  8. Cook for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
  9. Serve immediately with marinara sauce.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, double bread the mozzarella sticks.
  • Keep the mozzarella sticks frozen before breading for best results.
  • Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 sticks
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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