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Air Fryer Mozzarella Stick Appetizers

These golden, crispy mozzarella sticks are a total crowd-pleaser and so much easier to make in the air fryer than traditional frying! You'll get that perfect crunchy coating with gooey, melty cheese inside that everyone goes crazy for. Pop these on a platter with some marinara sauce and watch them disappear in minutes!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Cooking spray
  • 1 cup marinara sauce for serving

Method
 

  1. Cut each string cheese stick in half to make 24 pieces. Place them in the freezer for 30 minutes to prevent excessive melting during cooking.
  2. Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder.
  3. Remove cheese sticks from freezer. Coat each piece in flour, then dip in egg, and finally roll in the breadcrumb mixture. For extra crunch, dip in egg and breadcrumbs again for a double coating.
  4. Place breaded mozzarella sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they don't touch. Spray generously with cooking spray.
  5. Air fry at 390°F for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving with warm marinara sauce for dipping.