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Easy Glorious Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Glorious Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks deliver a perfectly crispy exterior with irresistibly gooey cheese inside. This healthier air fryer version gives you all the flavor and crunch of classic mozzarella sticks with far less oil, making it the ultimate guilt-free appetizer or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 21 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 99
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz mozzarella string cheese cut in half
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Place mozzarella stick halves in the freezer for at least 1 hour.
  2. Set up three bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with salt and pepper.
  3. Coat each mozzarella stick in flour.
  4. Dip into beaten eggs.
  5. Roll in seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing gently to coat.
  6. Place coated sticks on a tray without touching.
  7. Preheat air fryer to 380°F.
  8. Spray air fryer basket with cooking spray.
  9. Arrange mozzarella sticks in a single layer.
  10. Air fry for 6 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  11. Remove when golden and crispy.
  12. Serve immediately with marinara sauce.

Notes

Freezing the breaded mozzarella sticks is essential to prevent cheese leakage. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket for best crispiness.