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Homemade Mozzarella Sticks

Homemade mozzarella sticks are a fantastic treat, crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, perfect for snacks or fun meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 8 sticks String cheese Use fresh for best quality
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
  • as needed Cooking spray To prevent sticking in the air fryer
  • 8 sticks Frozen mozzarella sticks Can be swapped with string cheese

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • Dip each string cheese in panko breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
  • Arrange coated cheese sticks in the air fryer basket.
  • Spray lightly with cooking spray.

Cooking

  • Cook for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

Consider adding herbs to breadcrumbs for flavor. Storage tips include airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and freezing for longer storage.
Keyword Air Fryer, cheesy appetizer, Easy Recipe, mozzarella sticks, snack recipe