These Crispy Mozzarella Sticks bring comfort food joy to your Monday Munchies with their golden breaded exterior and gooey melted cheese center. They’re the perfect snack for game day, movie nights, or whenever you need a quick crowd-pleaser. Simple ingredients and easy technique make these a go-to recipe you’ll want to make again and again.
If you love these cheesy bites, you’ll also enjoy our Easy Crab Rangoon Dip with its creamy, indulgent texture and similar finger-food appeal. For another crispy favorite, try the Spicy Sausage Balls—they’re bite-sized, packed with flavor, and perfect for sharing just like these mozzarella sticks.
Crispy Mozzarella Sticks with String Cheese
Crispy Mozzarella Sticks with String Cheese are perfectly breaded and fried until golden, delivering that irresistible cheese pull with every bite.
4
servings30
minutes40
minutes300
kcal1
hour10
minutesIngredients
8 pieces string cheese
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups vegetable oil
Directions
- Unwrap the string cheese pieces and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, then put them in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Prepare the breading station by placing flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and a mixture of breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a third bowl.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches a temperature of about 350°F (175°C).
- Take a cheese stick from the freezer, coat it in flour, dip it in the beaten eggs, then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture ensuring it’s completely covered.
- Carefully place the breaded mozzarella sticks in the hot oil and fry for about 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the mozzarella sticks from the oil and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate before serving warm.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
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