Description
Crispy mozzarella sticks are the ultimate party snack, combining a satisfying crunch with ooey-gooey cheese. Perfect for game days or movie nights, this easy recipe will have everyone coming back for more. With a golden crust and customizable dips, these cheesy delights are sure to impress your guests and elevate any gathering. Get ready to indulge in this crowd-pleaser that’s both fun to make and even more enjoyable to eat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh mozzarella cheese (cut into sticks)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp seasoning salt
- Oil for frying (about 2 cups vegetable or canola oil)
Instructions
- Prepare a dredging station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko mixed with seasoning salt.
- Coat each mozzarella stick lightly in flour, shaking off excess.
- Dip the floured stick into the beaten eggs until fully coated.
- Roll each stick in seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Freeze the coated sticks for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat (about 350°F). Fry sticks in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with your favorite dips.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 sticks (90g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 120mg