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Healthy Mozzarella Sticks Recipe Crispy, Cheesy & Easy

Crispy, Cheesy Healthy Mozzarella Sticks Recipe Made Easy

This Healthy Mozzarella Sticks Recipe is Crispy, Cheesy & Easy to make, perfect for snacks or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Sticks
  • 8 sticks Low-moisture mozzarella string cheese
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose flour Swap with gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
  • 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs Whole wheat breadcrumbs for added fiber
  • 2 large Eggs Use plant-based milk and cornstarch for vegan options
  • 1/4 cup Milk Non-dairy version works for vegan diets
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
For Garnishing and Dipping
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley Chopped
  • 1 cup Marinara sauce For dipping

Equipment

  • Shallow bowls
  • frying pan
  • Oven
  • air fryer
  • Parchment paper
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Set up a coating station with three shallow bowls: one for flour, one for whisked eggs and milk, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with salt and pepper.
  2. Dredge each mozzarella stick in flour, dip into the egg mixture, and roll in breadcrumbs. Repeat for extra crunch.
  3. Arrange breaded sticks on a parchment-lined sheet and freeze for at least 2 hours.
  4. For frying, heat oil to 350°F and fry sticks for 2-3 minutes until golden. For baking, preheat oven to 400°F and bake for 8-10 minutes.
  5. For air frying, set air fryer to 390°F and cook for 5-6 minutes until crispy and golden.
  6. Garnish with parsley and serve hot with marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 2sticksCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the sticks before cooking to prevent cheese leakage. Consider double coating for extra crunch. Pair with healthier dips to keep snacking guilt-free.

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