Description
Crispy Mozzarella Sticks with Dips are the perfect indulgence for any gathering. With a golden-brown exterior that gives way to gooey, melted cheese, these delights are a crowd favorite. Ideal for game nights or cozy movie marathons, serving them alongside marinara or spicy aioli will elevate your snack game. Easy to make and utterly irresistible, these mozzarella sticks promise to bring smiles and satisfaction to all.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 string cheese sticks (mozzarella)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Optional dipping sauces (marinara, ranch, spicy aioli)
Instructions
- Cut each mozzarella stick in half.
- Set up a breading station with flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in a second bowl, and seasoned breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning in a third.
- Dip each cheese piece into flour, then egg wash, followed by breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Freeze the breaded sticks for at least 30 minutes to help maintain their shape while frying.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry mozzarella sticks in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels to absorb excess grease.
- Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mozzarella sticks (56g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 140mg