Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
These air fryer mozzarella sticks deliver gooey, cheesy goodness wrapped in a crispy, golden coating, perfect for snacks or parties.
Ingredients
For the Coating
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
Main Ingredients
- 12 mozzarella sticks
For Cooking
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare three shallow bowls for breading: one for flour, one for beaten egg, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt.
- Coat each mozzarella stick in flour, shaking off excess.
- Dip the floured stick in the beaten egg, ensuring it's evenly coated.
- Roll the stick in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Repeat this process with all mozzarella sticks.
Cooking
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and lay the coated mozzarella sticks in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch.
- Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Carefully remove the sticks and let them cool slightly before serving.
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Notes
For optimal results, freeze mozzarella sticks for 30 minutes before cooking to prevent melting during air frying. Consider double coating for extra crunch!