Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks

These air fryer mozzarella sticks are super crispy and cheesy — no deep frying needed! They're the perfect easy snack for hungry kids or a satisfying gameday appetizer.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks, Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 5

Resting Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings servings

Calories 30kcal

Author Natalya Drozhzhin

Ingredients

8 Mozzarella string cheeses cut in half
2 eggs
1 cup Italian style bread crumbs
1/4 cup flour
Cooking spray

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Instructions

Set up the dredging stations. In a large shallow bowl, beat the eggs. In another large shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs and flour.
Place one of the string cheese sticks into the beaten eggs. Then, dip it into the bread crumb mixture, making sure all the sides are lightly covered.
Once again, place the cheese stick into the beaten eggs and then the bread crumb mixture for a final coat. Gently press the bread crumbs into the cheese stick to ensure they adhere well and the cheese stick is completely covered.
Set aside the breaded cheese stick on a clean cutting board. Repeat the dipping process until all the string cheeses have been coated. Place the cutting board with the breaded cheese sticks in the freezer for at least 30 minutes.
Spray each side of the mozzarella sticks with cooking oil. Spray the air fryer tray as well.
Arrange the mozzarella sticks in a single layer with some space in between each one. Set the air fryer to 400°F and cook the sticks for 5-7 minutes, or until they are crispy and the cheese is melted inside but not oozing out. Serve the mozzarella sticks warm with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

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