These crispy, cheesy bites are the perfect party pleaser or late-night munchies. Our Mozzarella Sticks are so delicious you’ll wonder why you settled for those pre-packaged ones. With a simple yet irresistible blend of melted mozzarella cheese and crispy breadcrumbs, this recipe will have you saying, “more, please!” So, what are you waiting for? Grab some cheese, fire up the stove, and let’s get cooking!
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Mozarella is so delicious and versatile; use it to top a veggie pizza, let it take center stage in a Caprese pasta dish, or use it to top veggie birria tacos.
But nothing quite beats it when it becomes the awesome cheese stick appetizer.
Why you’ll love these fried mozzarella sticks
- They’re perfect for sharing, making them a great appetizer or snack.
- Easy to transport: these cheese sticks can be easily transported to potlucks, picnics, and other gatherings.
- Perfectly kid-friendly, kids love the cheesy goodness of fried mozzarella sticks.
- The ingredients are relatively inexpensive, making it an affordable option.
- All the ingredients are 100% vegetarian.
Ingredients you’ll need
You’ll need all the ingredients shown in the photograph below.
Our latest obsession is homemade mozzarella sticks, crispy, gooey, and melty. Be warned; you can’t eat just one.
How to make mozzarella sticks with step-by-step instructions
A complete printable recipe and the US customary and metric measurements are available in the recipe card below.
Cut the mozzarella cheese into approximately 20 x ½ inch thick sticks. In a small bowl, whisk your eggs.
Add Panko breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to a Ziploc bag, seal the bag, and use a rolling pin to crush the crumbs into fine crumbs.
Once crushed, give the bag a shake to combine and then transfer it to a shallow bowl.
Now, take a stick of mozzarella and dip it into the egg mixture; let the excess egg drip off before placing it in the Panko mixture and turning it so the whole stick is evenly coated with crumbs.
Place the stick on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and repeat the process until all the sticks are covered. Place the prepared mozzarella sticks in your freezer for at least 90 minutes, preferably 2 hours.
Heat vegetable oil to 365°F/ 185°C (use a thermometer). The oil needs to be at least 3 – 4 inches deep.
Place a few mozzarella sticks in the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd them, and fry until they are golden brown, approximately 2 minutes.
Once cooked, lay the deep-fried sticks on kitchen paper to drain excess oil for a couple of minutes before transferring them to a serving plate.
Repeat in batches until all the remaining cheese sticks have been cooked. Serve immediately with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce, and enjoy!
Recipe notes and expert tips
- Air Fry
You can make mozzarella sticks in the air fryer, cutting out the need for vast amounts of oil. - Storage
Keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days and freeze for up to 2 months.
How to store leftover mozzarella sticks
You can store leftover mozzarella sticks in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
You can also freeze them for up to 2 months.
Reheat your cheese sticks in the oven for 10 – 12 minutes at 350°F/175°C.
Can you freeze mozzarella sticks?
You can freeze them for up to 2 months in a freezer-proof bag or container.
Deep fry frozen mozzarella sticks by following the recipe below.
You can oven-cook them, but they taste way better using your deep fryer.
Can you use string cheese?
Yes, you can use string cheese to make mozzarella cheese sticks.
In fact, string cheese is essentially just a type of mozzarella cheese that has been formed into individual strings or sticks.
Just cut the string cheese into lengths and follow the recipe.
Sauce to serve with cheese sticks
Homemade mozzarella cheese sticks cry out to be dipped in something delicious!
Try dipping them in marinara sauce, ranch dressing, barbecue sauce, garlic aioli, blue cheese dressing, Chipotle mayo, Sriracha mayo, peri peri sauce, sweet chili sauce, pesto sauce, salsa, or your favorite dipping sauce.
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Homemade Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Ingredients
- 16 oz Whole milk mozzarella cheese block
- 3 large Eggs
- 3 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp Garlic powder
- 1 pinch Salt
- ½ tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Cut the mozzarella cheese into approximately 20 x ½ inch thick sticks. In a small bowl, whisk your eggs.16 oz Whole milk mozzarella cheese block, 3 large Eggs
- Add your Panko breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to a Ziploc bag, seal the bag and use a rolling pin to crush the crumbs into fine crumbs. Once crushed give the bag a shake to combine and then transfer it to a mixing bowl.3 cup Panko breadcrumbs, 1 tbsp Italian seasoning, ½ tsp Garlic powder, 1 pinch Salt, ½ tsp Black pepper
- Now, take a stick of mozzarella and dip it into the whisked egg, let the excess egg drip off before placing it in the breadcrumb mixture and turning it, so the whole stick is evenly coated with crumbs. Place the stick on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and repeat the process until all the sticks are covered. Place the prepared mozzarella sticks in your freezer for at least 90 minutes but preferably 2 hours.
- Heat the oil to 365°F/ 185°C. The oil needs to be at least 3 – 4 inches deep. Place a few mozzarella sticks in the oil, being careful not to overcrowd them, and fry until they are golden brown, approximately 2 minutes. Once cooked, lay the sticks on kitchen paper to drain excess oil for a couple of minutes before transferring to a serving plate. Repeat in batches until all the sticks have been cooked. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Notes
- Air Fry
You can make mozzarella sticks in the air fryer, cutting out the need for vast amounts of oil. - Storage
Keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days and freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Disclaimer
Please note that nutrient values are estimates only. Variations can occur due to product availability and manner of food preparation. Nutrition may vary based on methods of origin, preparation, freshness of ingredients, and other factors.
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