Mozzarella Sticks
Mozzarella sticks are everyone's favorite cheesy appetizer. They are easy and delicious to make at home!
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 mozzarella cheese sticks (cut each in half to create a total of 16 smaller sticks)
Instructions
- Mix the panko, bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder, and pepper in a bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and water together. Place flour in a third bowl. Place bowls side by side starting with flour, then egg, then bread crumbs.
- Prepare a tray lined with parchment paper and set this next to the bowl with the bread crumb mixture.
- Use tongs to place each mozzarella stick into the flour mixture (cover completely), then dip it into the egg mixture, then completely cover it with the bread crumb mixture and set onto prepared tray.
- When all of the mozzarella sticks have had one coat of breading we are going to give them a second coating. This time, flour is not needed. Once again, using tongs, place each cheese stick in the egg mixture and then coat completely with the breadcrumb mixture (sides and ends as well). Place back onto the tray.
- Freeze the coated mozzarella sticks for at least 1 hour.
- Heat oil in a heavy skillet, or dutch oven, to a temperature of 325-350 degrees. A thermometer is extremely helpful. Place a plate lined with paper towels next to the deep frying station, this will be used to transfer the cheese sticks to when they come out of the oil.
- Fry mozzarella sticks for a minute or 2 per side, or until golden brown. Do not crowd the pan as it will drop the temperature of the oil. Pay close attention to how quickly they are browning and adjust your temperature if needed.
- Remove mozzarella sticks from oil and place on prepared plate lined with paper towels. Serve with marinara sauce or ranch dressing on the side if desired.
Notes
If the bread crumb and panko mixture gets too clumpy from dipping the mozzarella sticks with egg mixture in it, you can make an additional batch of the bread crumb mixture.
Though best served immediately, to store, place mozzarella sticks in an airtight container (or sandwich bag) and keep them refrigerated for up to 5 days, or frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 105kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 273mgPotassium: 39mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 55IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 1mg
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.