Name: Crispy Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Prep time: 105 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 113 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces whole milk mozzarella cheese block; 3 large eggs; 3 cups panko breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 pinch salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper

Ingredients

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16 ounces whole milk mozzarella cheese block
3 large eggs
3 cups panko breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Directions

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1 Cut the mozzarella cheese block into approximately 20 sticks, each about ½ inch thick. Crack the eggs into a small bowl and whisk until evenly combined.

2 Place the panko breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a sealed Ziploc bag. Use a rolling pin to crush the breadcrumbs into finer crumbs, shake the bag to combine the seasonings, and transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl.

3 Dip one mozzarella stick into the whisked eggs and allow the excess egg to drip off. Place it in the breadcrumb mixture and turn it until completely coated. Transfer it to a parchment-lined baking sheet and repeat with the remaining cheese sticks. Freeze the prepared mozzarella sticks for at least 90 minutes.

4 Preheat the air fryer to 390°F or 200°C. Line the basket with air fryer parchment paper and arrange the frozen mozzarella sticks in a single layer without overcrowding them. Spray generously with oil and air fry for 6–8 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove with tongs, repeat with the remaining batches, and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Crispy Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

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