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Homemade Baked Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

These Homemade Baked Mozzarella Sticks are irresistibly cheesy and crunchy! Perfect for a fun snack or appetizer, they’re easy to make and delicious!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 6 pieces String Cheese Sticks Mozzarella, or jalapeño for a spicy kick
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 3 pieces Eggs
  • 2 tablespoons Water to thin out the egg mixture
  • 1 cup Seasoned Bread Crumbs
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs for extra crunch
  • 2 tablespoons Butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt essential for seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper for a hint of spice
  • 1 cup Marinara or Spaghetti Sauce warmed, for dipping

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Bowl
  • Shallow Dishes
  • Oven

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Cheese Sticks - Unwrap the string cheese sticks and place them in the freezer for about 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Preheat the Oven - Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper if using.
  3. Step 3: Set Up Your Breading Station - In three shallow dishes, place the all-purpose flour in one, whisk together the eggs and water in the second, and combine the seasoned breadcrumbs, panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, salt, and pepper in the third.
  4. Step 4: Coat the Cheese Sticks - Dip each cheese stick into the flour, then into the egg mixture, and finally roll it in the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Step 5: Bake the Mozzarella Sticks - Place the coated sticks on the baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Step 6: Serve and Enjoy! - Serve with warmed marinara or spaghetti sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • For a spicy version, use jalapeño cheese sticks.
  • Try adding different spices to the breadcrumb mixture for variety.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.