Mozzarella Sticks

Crispy, golden, and oozing with cheesy goodness, these homemade Mozzarella Sticks are the ultimate appetizer or snack for any occasion. Coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture infused with garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian herbs like oregano and basil, each bite delivers the perfect balance of crunch and gooey melted cheese. The recipe begins with freezing the mozzarella sticks to ensure they hold their shape during frying, followed by a double dredge process that guarantees an irresistible crispy crust. In just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick fry, you’ll have restaurant-quality mozzarella sticks ready to serve. Pair them with a warm marinara sauce for dipping, and watch them disappear in no time! Perfect for parties, game-day spreads, or simply satisfying your cheesy cravings, these mozzarella sticks are a true crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Mozzarella cheese sticks
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 cups Breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Marinara sauce

Directions

Step 1

Begin by freezing the mozzarella cheese sticks. This helps prevent them from melting too quickly while frying.

Step 2

Prepare a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with water, and one with breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Remove frozen mozzarella sticks from the freezer.

Step 4

Dredge each cheese stick first in the flour, shaking off the excess, then dip it into the egg wash, letting the excess drip off, and finally coat it thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture. For extra crispiness, repeat the egg wash and breadcrumb steps.

Step 5

Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze again for 1 hour to set the coating.

Step 6

Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350°F (175°C).

Step 7

Carefully drop a few mozzarella sticks at a time into the hot oil, frying them for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Remove the sticks with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 9

Serve immediately with warm marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1942.9 grams (1942.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9701

Total Fat 906.20g	1162%
Saturated Fat 153.10g	765%
Polyunsaturated Fat 537.60g
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 7301mg	317%
Total Carbohydrate 379.00g	138%
Dietary Fiber 18.10g	65%
Total Sugars 24.10g
Protein 112.70g	225%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 237mg	18%
Iron 19mg	104%
Potassium 343mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 80.6%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 15.0%