Magnificent Mozzarella Cheese Sticks Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate crispy and gooey delight with our Mozzarella Cheese Sticks. Bite into a crunchy golden coating to reveal a stretchy, melty center of mozzarella cheese. This easy-to-make snack is perfect for satisfying your cheesy cravings anytime, anywhere.
Equipment
- 1 Deep fryer
- 1 Slotted spoon
- 1 Mixing bowls
- 1 Baking sheet
- 1 Knife
- 1 Paper towels
Ingredients
- 12 ounces mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Marinara sauce
Instructions
- Cut the mozzarella cheese into sticks, each about 3-4 inches long and 1/2 inch thick. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for about 30 minutes.
- Set up a breading station with three separate shallow bowls. Place flour in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second bowl, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper in the third bowl.
- Remove the cheese sticks from the freezer. Dip each stick into the flour, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs.
- Repeat the breading process by dipping the cheese sticks in the beaten eggs and breadcrumb mixture for a double coating.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (180°C). Carefully place a few cheese sticks in the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the fryer. Fry for about 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the cheese sticks from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining cheese sticks.
- Serve the Mozzarella Cheese Sticks immediately while they're still hot and gooey. Optionally, serve with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce on the side for extra flavor.
- Enjoy your homemade Mozzarella Cheese Sticks as a delicious appetizer or snack!
Notes
- Freezing the Cheese: Freezing the cheese sticks before breading and frying helps them hold their shape and prevents them from melting too quickly during frying.
- Double Breading: Double coating the cheese sticks in the egg and breadcrumb mixture creates a thicker, crispier crust for extra crunchiness.
- Oil Temperature: Make sure the oil is heated to the correct temperature (around 350°F or 180°C) before frying the cheese sticks. This ensures that they cook quickly and evenly without absorbing too much oil.
- Frying in Batches: Avoid overcrowding the fryer by frying the cheese sticks in small batches. This ensures that they cook evenly and prevents them from sticking together.
- Draining Excess Oil: After frying, place the cheese sticks on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. This helps keep them crispy and prevents them from becoming greasy.