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Easy Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks

Easy Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks – 5 Steps to Cheesy Bliss

A simple recipe for making crispy mozzarella sticks in an air fryer.

  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese sticks
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
  2. Set up a breading station: place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and mix breadcrumbs with Italian seasoning and garlic powder in a third bowl.
  3. Coat each mozzarella stick in flour, then dip in eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
  4. Arrange the coated sticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Spray the mozzarella sticks lightly with cooking spray.
  6. Air fry for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, double coat the mozzarella sticks.
  • Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
  • Experiment with different seasonings in the breadcrumbs.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 sticks
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

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