Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks: 5 Easy Steps to Cheesy Bliss

Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks: 5 Easy Steps to Cheesy Bliss

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Appetizer
23 min
4 servings
300 kcal / serving

Crispy and cheesy mozzarella sticks made in an air fryer.

Ingredients

  • 1 cupmozzarella cheese, cut into sticks
  • 1 cupbreadcrumbs
  • ½ cupall-purpose flour
  • 2 largeeggs
  • 1 teaspoongarlic powder
  • 1 teaspoonitalian seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3

    Dip each mozzarella stick first in flour, then in egg, and finally in breadcrumbs, ensuring they are fully coated.

  4. 4

    Place the breaded mozzarella sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

  5. 5

    Cook for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

  6. 6

    Remove from the air fryer and let cool for a few minutes before serving.