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air fryer mozzarella sticks

Air fryer mozzarella sticks: 7 irresistible bites of bliss

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy air fryer mozzarella sticks with a gooey cheese center.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese sticks
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
  2. Cut mozzarella sticks in half if desired.
  3. Set up a breading station: place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with seasonings in a third.
  4. Dredge each mozzarella stick in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
  5. Arrange sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  6. Cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Serve hot with marinara sauce.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add Parmesan cheese to the breadcrumbs.
  • Make sure the mozzarella sticks are frozen before cooking.
  • Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 sticks
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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