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The Best Homemade Mozzarella Sticks

Crispy, golden fried cheese sticks with a foolproof no-leak method.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
freeze 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • String Cheese: Use low-moisture mozzarella string cheese sticks. Do not use fresh mozzarella (it's too wet).
  • ​Flour: All-purpose flour for the first coating.
  • Eggs: Beaten well to help the breadcrumbs stick.
  • Breadcrumbs: I recommend Italian Seasoned Breadcrumbs for flavor, or Panko for extra crunch.
  • Spices: Garlic powder, dried parsley, and salt added to the flour.
  • Oil: Vegetable or canola oil for frying.

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Set Up Breading Station
    Prepare 3 bowls:
    ​Flour mixed with salt and garlic powder.
    ​Beaten eggs.
    ​Breadcrumbs.
  2. Step 2: The Double Dip (Crucial!)
    Dip a cheese stick into the flour (shake off excess), then into the egg, then into the breadcrumbs. REPEAT: Dip it back into the egg, and back into the breadcrumbs again. This double coating prevents leaking.
  3. Step 3: Freeze
    Place the breaded sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze for at least 1 hour. Do not skip this!
  4. Step 4: Fry
    Heat oil in a deep pan. Fry the frozen sticks in batches for about 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Watch them closely—as soon as you see a tiny bit of cheese peek out, remove them immediately!

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):
Carbs: 22g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 16g