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Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
This air fryer mozzarella sticks recipe tastes even better than restaurant versions! Dredging them twice in breadcrumbs gives them a crunchy, golden coating.
👥 4 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 20 min⏳ Prep: 20 min📖 thepioneerwoman
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- ●bowl
- ●whisk
- ●baking sheet
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Cut the cheese sticks in half, crosswise. Set aside.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and water. In another small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, panko, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and smoked paprika, stirring well. In a third bowl, combine the flour, salt, and pepper, stirring well.
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3
Dip each of the cheese sticks into the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture. Dip back into the eggs, then dredge in the bread crumb mixture, pressing to coat well.
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4
Place the sticks on a small parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for ⏱️ 30 minutes. After ⏱️ 30 minutes, dip each of the sticks back into the eggs, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to coat well. Freeze for ⏱️ 30 minutes more.
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5
Preheat the air fryer to 390°F, if required. Spray the fryer basket with cooking spray. Generously coat the frozen sticks with cooking spray. Working in 2 batches, place the sticks in the basket in a single layer. Cook 6 to ⏱️ 7 minutes or until browned and crispy. (Keep an eye on them so they do not overcook or the cheese will start to bubble out.)
6
Serve immediately with warm marinara sauce.
Marinara sauce, to serve
Nutrition Facts
calories
359 Calories
fat Content
20 g
fiber Content
1 g
sugar Content
1 g
sodium Content
277 mg
protein Content
20 g
trans Fat Content
0 g
cholesterol Content
180 mg
carbohydrate Content
23 g
saturated Fat Content
9 g
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