Description
Baked Mozzarella Sticks are the ultimate cheesy snack, perfect for any occasion. These golden-brown delights feature a crispy coating that gives way to gooey, stretchy mozzarella. Whether you’re hosting a game night or just indulging in a cozy evening at home, these irresistible sticks paired with marinara sauce will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mozzarella cheese sticks (string cheese)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (panko recommended)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Set up a dipping station: Place flour in one bowl, eggs in another, and combine breadcrumbs with Italian seasoning in a third.
- Dip each mozzarella stick into flour, then egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Place coated sticks on the baking sheet and freeze for 30 minutes.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Serve hot with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 sticks (90g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg