“10-Minute Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks – Crispy Perfection”
Crispy, golden mozzarella sticks made easily in your air fryer. Perfect as a snack or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Yield: 24 pieces 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Cut each mozzarella stick in half.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
- Coat each mozzarella stick in flour, then dip in egg, and finally roll in breadcrumbs. Repeat for a double coating.
- Place sticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between them.
- Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Air fry at 400°F for 5-6 minutes, until golden and crisp. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Freeze the mozzarella sticks for 30 minutes before coating for easier handling.
- Serve with marinara sauce or ranch dressing.
- For extra crispiness, spray lightly with oil halfway through cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 sticks
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 85mg