Description
These Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks are a delicious and crispy snack that is easy to make at home. With a golden, crunchy exterior and gooey, melted cheese inside, these mozzarella sticks are a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Ingredients for Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks:
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 8 whole milk (or low-fat) mozzarella sticks
Instructions
- Do the prep work: Line a rimmed baking sheet with wax paper. Lightly beat the egg in a wide, shallow bowl.
- Combine seasoning and breadcrumbs: Mix Italian seasoning, salt, and breadcrumbs in a separate bowl.
- Coat and freeze mozzarella sticks: Dip sticks in egg, coat with breadcrumbs, place on baking sheet, and freeze for 1/2 to 1 hour.
- Coat and freeze again: Repeat coating process and freeze for another 1/2 to 1 hour.
- Air fry: Preheat air fryer to 390°F, spray basket and sticks with nonstick spray, air fry for 6-8 minutes until crispy.
- Serve: Cool briefly and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can spray the mozzarella sticks with cooking spray before air frying.
- Make sure the mozzarella sticks are frozen solid before air frying to prevent them from melting too quickly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Mozzarella Stick
- Calories: 163
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
