Description
Immerse yourself in an exquisite taste experience with these luxurious mozzarella sticks. With their enticing cheesiness and bite-sized elegance, they are perfect for parties, movie nights, or a late-night snack. These scrumptious treats, crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, will surely elevate your culinary indulgence to a new level.
Preparation Details
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 28 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- 12 sticks of mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional garnishes: chopped pistachios, gold dust, sea salt flakes, or chopped dates
Directions
- Preheat your air fryer or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each mozzarella stick in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
- Place sticks in the air fryer basket or on a baking sheet; lightly spray with oil.
- Cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and melty.
Tips for Perfection
- For extra flavor, add herbs like oregano or parsley to your breadcrumb mixture.
- Freeze the mozzarella sticks for 30 minutes before cooking for less gooey mess.
- To store, keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven to retain crispiness.
Serving
Serve hot with marinara sauce, a sprinkle of sea salt flakes, or a dust of gold for a glamorous touch. Enjoy these elegant mozzarella sticks as the perfect snack or appetizer!