Description
Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks are a deliciously crunchy snack that combines the gooey goodness of mozzarella cheese with the spicy kick of Hot Cheetos. These irresistible sticks are perfect for game nights, parties, or whenever you crave something unique. With a simple preparation process, you can whip them up quickly and serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for a fun and flavorful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 string cheese sticks (low-moisture mozzarella)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups crushed Hot Cheetos
- 1 cup cooking oil (canola or vegetable)
Instructions
- Freeze cheese sticks for 30 minutes to maintain shape while frying.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with crushed Hot Cheetos.
- Dust each cheese stick lightly in flour.
- Dip floured cheese into beaten eggs until fully coated.
- Roll egg-coated cheese sticks in crushed Hot Cheetos, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry coated cheese sticks until golden brown, about 30 seconds per side.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mozzarella stick (approx. 45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg