Crispy Mozzarella Sticks

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly cheesy—these mozzarella sticks are pure snack-time perfection!

Ingredients

• 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tbsp milk
• 1½ cups Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• Marinara sauce, for dipping

Instructions

1. Freeze the cheese: Unwrap the mozzarella sticks and freeze for at least 1–2 hours. This helps prevent the cheese from melting too quickly.
2. Set up the coating: Place flour in one bowl. In a second bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. In a third bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Coat the mozzarella: Dip each frozen cheese stick in flour, then the egg mixture, and finally the breadcrumb mixture. For extra-crispy sticks, repeat the egg and breadcrumb coating once more.
4. Freeze again: Place the coated sticks on a tray and freeze for another 30–60 minutes.
5. Heat the oil: Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
6. Fry: Fry the mozzarella sticks in small batches for about 1–2 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Don’t overcrowd the pan.
7. Drain: Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
8. Serve: Enjoy immediately with warm marinara sauce for dipping. 🧀🍅

Tip: The secret to perfectly crispy mozzarella sticks is freezing them well before frying. If the cheese starts leaking into the oil, remove them immediately.