Description
Make crispy Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks with melty centers in minutes. This easy air fryer recipe is quick, kid friendly, and snack perfect.
Ingredients
- 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks (1 ounce each)
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 1/2 cups Italian style breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
- Cut each mozzarella stick in half crosswise to make 24 pieces.
- Place flour in one shallow bowl.
- Whisk eggs and water in a second bowl.
- Mix breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a third bowl.
- Dredge each cheese piece in flour, dip in egg, then coat in breadcrumbs.
- Repeat egg and breadcrumb coating once more for a thick crust.
- Place breaded cheese on a tray and freeze for 30 minutes until firm.
- Preheat air fryer to 390°F for 3 minutes.
- Arrange cheese sticks in a single layer and spray lightly with olive oil spray.
- Air fry for 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until golden and just starting to ooze.
- Let rest 2 minutes before serving to avoid burns from hot cheese.
Notes
- These sticks are crunchy outside and perfectly melty inside without deep frying.
- They are ideal for busy weeknights, game day snacks, or anytime cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: American