Indulge in the cheesy goodness of mozzarella sticks, a delectable appetizer or snack that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. These golden-brown, crispy treats are made with mozzarella cheese, coated in breadcrumbs, and fried to perfection. The result is a delightful combination of gooey, melted cheese and a crunchy, flavorful crust. Mozzarella sticks are a crowd-pleaser, perfect for parties, game nights, or a quick and easy meal. This article provides three irresistible recipes for mozzarella sticks, each with its unique twist. From classic to spicy to air-fried, we have a recipe for every preference. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your oil, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MOZZARELLA STICKS
I'm particularly fond of these tasty mozzarella sticks because they're baked, not fried. Cheese is one of my family's favorite foods. Being of Italian descent, I cook often with ricotta and mozzarella cheeses. -Mary Merchant, Barre, Vermont
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place flour in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, beat eggs and water. In a third shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and pepper. Coat cheese sticks with flour, then dip in egg mixture and coat with bread crumb mixture. Repeat egg and bread crumb coatings. Cover and freeze for at least 2 hours or overnight. , Place on a parchment lined baking sheet; spray with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 6-8 minutes or until heated through. Allow to stand for 3-5 minutes before serving. Serve with marinara or spaghetti sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 749mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
LIGHT AND BAKED MOZZARELLA STICKS
This is a light version on a classic appetizer. Serve with marinara sauce.
Provided by katiegrace1027
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat a toaster oven on broil setting, or set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Spray a small baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Insert toothpick vertically into each cheese stick half to mid-way point. Beat egg in a small bowl. Place bread crumbs in a separate small bowl.
- Dip each cheese stick into egg, then press into bread crumbs. Repeat dipping in egg and breadcrumbs for a double-thick coating. Place cheese sticks on prepared baking sheet and spray with additional cooking spray for uniform browning.
- Broil in preheated oven until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Allow cheese sticks to set before serving, about 1 minute.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 66.5 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 580 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
FRIED MOZZARELLA STICKS
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories appetizer
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cut the mozzarella into approximately 2-1/2-by-1/2-inch sticks (you should have about 16 sticks, depending on the shape of your mozzarella).
- Put the flour in a small bowl. Beat the milk with the eggs in another bowl. Stir together the breadcrumbs and Parmesan in a third wide, shallow bowl.
- Working one at a time, coat a mozzarella stick in flour and shake off the excess. Dip the stick in egg, letting the excess drip off, then add it to the breadcrumbs and roll it to coat. Dip the stick in the egg one more time, again letting the excess drip off, and roll it in a final coat of breadcrumbs. You can pat the mozzarella stick gently between your hands to smooth out the coating. Transfer the coated mozzarella stick to a platter. Repeat with the remaining mozzarella sticks. Refrigerate the mozzarella sticks until cold, about 15 minutes.
- Heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350 degrees F. Have a large brown paper bag ready for the fried sticks (they will stick to paper towels). Add half of the mozzarella sticks and fry, turning once, until golden brown on both sides, about 1 minute total. Transfer to the paper bag to drain. Return the oil to 350 degrees F (this is important, as the cheese will seep out if it is not hot enough) and fry the remaining mozzarella sticks.
- Serve hot with Homemade Pizza Sauce on the side.
- Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the oregano, garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic is golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, basil and 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer, with the saucepan loosely covered in foil to avoid splattering and stirring occasionally, until fairly thick, 5 to 10 minutes, depending on your tomatoes. Remove the basil.
BAKED MOZZARELLA CHEESE STICKS
Make and share this Baked Mozzarella Cheese Sticks recipe from Food.com.
Provided by shannonA
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 4h40m
Yield 12 sticks
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat eggs& water.
- In a plastic bag, combine bread crumbs, italian seasoning, garlic powder, and pepper.
- Coat cheese sticks in flour, then dip in egg mixture and bread crumb mixture.
- Repeat egg and bread crumb coatings.
- Cover and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Place on an ungreased baking sheet& drizzle with butter.
- Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees for 6-8 minutes or until heated through.
- Allow to stand for 3-5 minutes before serving.
- Use marinara or spaghetti sauce for dipping.
- Enjoy!
AIR-FRIED MOZZARELLA STICKS
These ooey, gooey mozzarella sticks are sure to impress. The best part: because they are air fried, they're better for you than their fried cousin! Season with garlic salt and serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
Provided by Chef Wheeler del Torro
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese
Time 1h35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place water, flour, cornstarch, cornmeal, garlic powder, and salt in a wide, shallow bowl; mix into a batter the consistency of pancake batter. Adjust ingredients if needed to get the right consistency.
- Stir panko, salt, pepper, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and basil together in another wide, shallow bowl.
- Lightly coat each mozzarella stick with flour. Dip each stick in the batter and toss in the panko mixture until fully coated. Place sticks in a single layer on a baking sheet. Freeze for at least 1 hour.
- Heat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions. Place a row of mozzarella sticks in the fryer basket. Spray with a light coat of cooking spray. Cook sticks for 6 minutes. Open fryer and flip the sticks with tongs. Continue cooking until golden brown, 7 to 9 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Carbohydrate 39.2 g, Cholesterol 22.7 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 935.6 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
HEALTHY MOZZARELLA STICKS
This is an absolutely great quick and heated appetizer for any social event.
Provided by AllCatsUnite
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese
Time 14m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Beat egg in a small bowl. Place flour in a separate small bowl. Toss bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese together in a another separate bowl.
- Gently press each cheese stick into flour to coat and shake off excess flour. Dip into egg, then press into bread crumb mixture. Place the breaded cheese sticks onto a baking sheet while breading the rest; do not stack. Coat each cheese stick with olive oil; cover baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until crisp, about 4 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 18.2 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 141 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
MINI MOZZARELLA STICKS WITH MARINARA DIPPING SAUCE
Mozzarella sticks are a must-order whenever I see them on a menu, but the truth is they are really easy to prepare at home, too. All it takes is a few basic ingredients you probably already have on hand and a little patience. Once you try this recipe, I guarantee you're going to want to make it over and over again! I chose to make them mini because I always feel badly double-dipping my mozz sticks in the group marinara, and these mini ones are perfect for just one dunk. Enjoy the mozzarella sticks dunked into marinara sauce or on a salad. They can also be assembled in advance and stored in the freezer, ready to fry anytime you want an appetizer or snack.
Provided by Elena Besser
Categories side-dish
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Make room for the baking sheet in your freezer.
- Blitz the panko in a food processor until it has the texture of coarse sand. Make a dredging station by preparing 3 large resealable plastic bags. In the first bag, whisk together the eggs with 3 tablespoons water. In the second, combine the flour and 1 tablespoon salt. In the third, combine the panko and Parmesan, as well as the dried basil, dried oregano and/or dried parsley if using.
- Working in an assembly line, add the mozzarella to the egg mixture, tossing to coat. Allow any excess egg to drip off, then transfer the mozzarella to the flour mixture and shake to coat. Transfer the mozzarella back to the egg mixture, tossing to coat. Transfer the mozzarella to the panko mixture and shake to coat. Transfer the mozzarella back to the egg mixture and then the panko mixture one more time, then place on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Place the baking sheet with the mozzarella sticks in the freezer for 20 to 30 minutes (see Cook's Note).
- Meanwhile, make the marinara sauce. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the fennel seeds and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, 1 minute more. Stir in the tomato sauce and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes. Season with salt to taste and keep warm.
- When ready to fry the mini mozzarella sticks, add a 1/2 inch of neutral oil to a large skillet or Dutch oven and heat over medium heat until shimmering. Set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet or line with paper towels.
- Fry the mozzarella sticks in batches until golden, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer to the wire rack and immediately season with salt.
- Pour the marinara sauce into a ramekin, then place the mozzarella sticks on a serving platter, top with some Parmesan and the chopped parsley and enjoy!
MOZZARELLA STICKS
Kids and adults alike will be delighted by this irresistible combination of gooey melted cheese and crisp, golden breading.
Provided by Riley Wofford
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 1h50m
Yield Makes about 20
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut mozzarella lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick slices, then cut again into 4-by-1/2-inch sticks. Place flour in a shallow dish; season with salt and pepper. Whisk eggs with 1 tablespoon water in a separate dish; season with salt and pepper. Stir together breadcrumbs, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and herbs in a third shallow dish; season with salt and pepper.
- Dredge mozzarella sticks in flour, tapping off excess. Dip in egg wash, allowing excess to drip off, and coat with breadcrumbs, patting to adhere. Transfer mozzarella sticks to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze until firm, at least 1 hour. (Mozzarella sticks can be covered and frozen at this point up to 2 months.)
- Pour enough oil into a heavy pot (preferably cast iron) to come 2 inches up sides. Heat over medium-high until a deep-fry thermometer reads 350 degrees. Working in batches, add mozzarella sticks; cook, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes (adjust heat as necessary to maintain oil temperature.) Transfer to a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet to drain. Season with salt; serve immediately, with marinara sauce.
FRIED MOZZARELLA STICKS
I made these for my daughter, and I'll never buy store bought cheese sticks again because these are so quick and delicious. This recipe came straight from The Joy of Cooking. I'm thinking about getting a Fry Daddy...
Provided by Bay Laurel
Categories Cheese
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut the cheese into 8 3 1/2/x 1/2x1/2" sticks.
- Put flour into shallow dish and dredge the mozzarella sticks lightly in flour, shaking off the excess.
- One by one, dip in the beaten egg, coating completely, and then roll in bread crumbs to coat.
- Put the sticks on a plate and freeze for 15 minutes.
- Heat a deep fryer or heavy pot to 365 in 3 inches of oil.
- Fry the mozzarella sticks in 2 batches until golden brown, about 1 minute.
- Drain on paper towels and serve with hot marinara sauce.
EASY BAKED MOZZARELLA STICKS
Gooey cheese and rich crescent rolls combine to make an easy snack or accompaniment to a fast pasta dinner. And the whole dish requires only 3 ingredients! Use butter or garlic-flavored crescent rolls.
Provided by Amy
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Wraps and Rolls
Time 26m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Unroll crescent roll dough on work surface and separate into 4 rectangles, pressing perforations together to seal. Cut each rectangle into 2 smaller rectangles. Place 1 slice of mozzarella cheese on each; roll up tightly and press edges together to seal. Arrange seam side-down on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 11 to 13 minutes.
- Warm pizza sauce in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, about 5 minutes. Use warmed sauce as a dipping sauce for mozzarella sticks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28.1 g, Cholesterol 18.1 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 917.7 mg, Sugar 6.1 g
BUFFALO CHICKEN MOZZARELLA STICKS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: cream cheese, cooked and shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, dry ranch dressing mix, all-purpose flour, eggs, seasoned bread crumbs, peanut or vegetable oil, ranch dressing
Provided by Vaughn Vreeland
Categories Snacks
Yield 16 sticks
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Line an 8x8-inch (20 x 20-cm) baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, chicken, hot sauce, cheeses, and ranch dressing mix with a fork until smooth and evenly mixed. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and smooth it with a spatula so that it's spread evenly in the dish. Freeze until solid, at least 1 hour.
- Working quickly, remove the solid mixture from the sheet and cut into 4x1-inch (10x3-cm) rectangles. (There should be 16 total.)
- Bread each stick by coating in flour, then dredging in egg, and then dipping in bread crumbs. Dip once more in the egg, then once more in the bread crumbs, and transfer to a baking dish.
- Heat the oil in a large pot until it reaches 375˚F (190˚C).
- Carefully lower 3 or 4 of the coated sticks into the oil and fry for about 30 seconds, until golden brown. Continue this until all of the sticks are fried.
- Serve warm with ranch.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 calories, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 21 grams, Sugar 3 grams
WONTON MOZZARELLA STICKS
You won't believe something this easy could taste so fantastic! Crunchy outside, gooey cheese inside, these mozzarella sticks are a treat all ages will love. Kids could help wrap them, too. -Shirley Warren, Thiensville, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place a piece of string cheese near the bottom corner of one egg roll wrapper (keep remaining wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to use). Fold bottom corner over cheese. Roll up halfway; fold sides toward center over cheese. Moisten remaining corner with water; roll up tightly to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and cheese., In an electric skillet, heat 1/2 in. of oil to 375°., Fry sticks, a few at a time, for 30-60 seconds on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve with marinara sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 423mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
CROQUETTE MOZZARELLA STICKS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: russet potato, garlic, fresh flat-leaf parsley, grated parmesan cheese, large eggs, salt, black pepper, mozzarella cheese, all-purpose flour, plain breadcrumbs, oil, marinara sauce, fresh parsley
Provided by Kiano Moju
Categories Appetizers
Yield 24 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Add the potatoes to a large pot with enough cold water to cover them. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until tender when pierced with a fork, about 30 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and transfer to a large bowl. Use a potato masher to mash the potatoes until there are no large chunks left.
- Add the garlic, parsley, Parmesan cheese, 1 beaten egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Take a spoonful of potatoes and form into a patty.
- Place a cheese stick in the middle and wrap the potato around the cheese until it is evenly covered.
- Arrange the formed croquettes on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 30 minutes.
- Place the flour, 3 remaining eggs, and bread crumbs in 3 separate shallow bowls. Dredge the croquettes in the flour, shaking off any excess; then dredge in the egg and the bread crumbs.
- Heat the oil in a large pot until it reaches 350°F (180°C). Fry the croquettes for 3 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Transfer the croquettes to a wire rack set over paper towels to drain the excess oil.
- Let cool for a few minutes as they will be HOT.
- Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and parsley and serve with marinara sauce alongside.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 0 grams
EGG ROLL MOZZARELLA STICKS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: egg roll wrappers, string cheese, water, oil, marinara sauce
Provided by Alvin Zhou
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 10 sticks
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Slice the egg roll wrappers in half.
- Place a stick of string cheese on the edge of the egg roll wrapper, then fold the sides of the wrapper over the ends of the cheese.
- Wet the other edge of the wrapper with water, then roll it up tightly, pressing the edge to make sure it's sealed.
- Repeat with the remaining wrappers and cheese.
- Heat oil in a pot.
- Fry the sticks until golden brown, then drain on a paper towel.
- Serve with marinara.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 0 grams
MOZZARELLA STICKS I
A new twist on ordinary fried mozzarella sticks. A combination of bread and mozzarella makes for a satisfying meal or appetizer. Be sure your mozzarella slice is large enough to cover the bread! Serve with hot tomato sauce or as a hot sandwich covered with tomato sauce. You'll never eat a regular mozzarella stick again.
Provided by Carol
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese
Time 9m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Sandwich the mozzarella cheese between Italian bread slices.
- In a small bowl, mix the Parmesan cheese into the eggs.
- Place the bread crumbs in a small bowl.
- Dip both sides of the sandwich into the egg mixture, then into the bread crumbs, coating thoroughly.
- Carefully place the coated sandwich into deep fryer. Cook 2 to 4 minutes, or until bread is golden brown and cheese has melted. Remove from oil, drain on paper towels and cut into 4 triangles to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 98.6 mg, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 221.7 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
BACON-WRAPPED MOZZARELLA STICKS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: bacon, string cheese, oil, toothpick
Provided by Tasty
Categories Appetizers
Yield 4 sticks
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Freeze the string cheese (for at least a few hours)
- Once frozen, place the string cheese on top of a slice of bacon, and fold the edges over to cover the cheese.
- Once folded wrap/roll the cheese in a second slice of bacon. Make sure to use toothpicks for support.
- Pour oil into a pan and heat to 350°F (177°C), then place your Bacon Mozzarella stick into it.
- Fry until the bacon appears to be cooked in it's golden brown state then let dry on a paper towel.
- Once dried, serve with a dipping sauce of your choice!
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Carbohydrate 0 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, Sugar 0 grams
GLUTEN-FREE MOZZARELLA STICKS
Baked mozzarella sticks that are crispy on the outside and gooey inside. Even though they're not fried, with this recipe, they get crunchy without the mozzarella running out. The trick is in the dredging process and ingredients. Extra egg whites and light-as-air rice flour create a lighter coating. Quadruple-dipping creates a crispy outer coating usually absent from gluten free foods. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Provided by Buckwheat Queen
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese
Time 1h45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut mozzarella cheese into 4x1-inch sticks.
- Place rice flour into a shallow dish. Whisk egg whites and egg together in another shallow dish. Mix bread crumbs with oregano, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and turmeric in a third dish.
- Dredge one mozzarella stick through the rice flour, making sure to cover all four sides and the ends. Tap off excess flour, then dip stick into the egg mixture; turn with a fork to coat completely. Drain off any excess egg. Dredge thoroughly through the rice flour and eggs again. Shake off excess, then roll into the bread crumb mixture. Dip once more into the eggs and coat with bread crumbs again, covering the ends to prevent the cheese from melting and leaking through. Place stick on a freezer-safe plate. Repeat process for each mozzarella stick.
- Cover the plate of mozzarella sticks with plastic wrap and freeze for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set the timer for another thirty minutes.
- Fill an oil sprayer with olive oil. Remove sticks from freezer and arrange on the prepared baking sheet; spray tops with olive oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. Remove from oven and close oven door; turn sticks over and spray with oil. Continue baking for 5 minutes more. Continue turning, spraying, and baking the remaining two sides, about 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 30.9 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 221.8 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
FRIED MOZZARELLA CHEESE STICKS
These fried cheese sticks are very easy to prepare and sooo good. Enjoy!
Provided by NANCI RENN
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix the eggs and water.
- Mix the bread crumbs and garlic salt in a medium bowl. In a medium bowl, blend the flour and cornstarch.
- In a large heavy saucepan, heat the oil to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
- One at a time, coat each mozzarella stick in the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, then in the bread crumbs and finally into the oil. Fry until golden brown, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.2 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Cholesterol 82.8 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 805.5 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
BAKED MOZZARELLA STICKS
This is a fantastic, healthier substitute for deep-fried mozzarella sticks. I like to serve the sticks with spaghetti. -Julie Puderbaugh, Berwick, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 16 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Unroll crescent dough and separate each tube of dough into 8 triangles. Place 1 halved string cheese at the wide end of each triangle; roll up and seal edges., Place 2 in. apart on a foil-lined baking sheet, point side down. Bake 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with marinara sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 370mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.
BAKED HOMEMADE MOZZARELLA STICKS
A friend posted this to FB.
Provided by Sue Huhn
Categories Cheese Appetizers
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Cut the cheese sticks in half, making 24 slices, then put the slices in the freezer until completely frozen
- 2. Beat the egg in a small bowl. Use a separate bowl to combine the bread crumbs and parmesan cheese
- 3. To bread the cheese sticks: First dip the frozen cheese stick into the flour, then into the egg, then into the bread crumb mixture
- 4. Once all of the 24 sticks are coated, place them on a baking sheet covered with aluminum foil coated with a few drops of olive oil or sprayed with cooking spray (this will keep cleanup to a minimum, and keep the sticks from sticking!)
- 5. Bake in the oven at 400 degrees for about 4 minutes, or until crisp. They need to be watched closely so they don't melt completely!
Tips:
- Use fresh mozzarella cheese. Fresh mozzarella cheese has a softer, more delicate flavor than pre-packaged mozzarella cheese, and it melts better. You can find fresh mozzarella cheese in the dairy section of most grocery stores.
- Cut the mozzarella cheese into sticks. The mozzarella cheese sticks should be about 1 inch thick and 3 inches long. You can use a sharp knife or a kitchen scissors to cut the cheese.
- Bread the mozzarella cheese sticks. The breading for the mozzarella cheese sticks should be made with a mixture of flour, breadcrumbs, and seasonings. You can use your own favorite breading recipe or you can use a pre-made breading mix.
- Fry the mozzarella cheese sticks. The mozzarella cheese sticks should be fried in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy. You can use a deep fryer or a large skillet to fry the cheese sticks.
- Serve the mozzarella cheese sticks with marinara sauce. The marinara sauce is the perfect dipping sauce for mozzarella cheese sticks. You can use your own favorite marinara sauce recipe or you can use a pre-made marinara sauce.
Conclusion:
Mozzarella sticks are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, and they are sure to be a hit with your friends and family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give mozzarella sticks a try. You won't be disappointed!
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