Description
These healthy mozzarella sticks made with string cheese are crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and a homemade alternative to store-bought snacks. Perfect for parties or a fun family snack, they’re budget-friendly, kid-approved, and easy to prep ahead.
Ingredients
16 pieces string cheese, halved crosswise
1/3 cup plain flour
1 1/2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
Salt and pepper to taste
2 eggs
2 teaspoons milk
Oil for frying
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs and milk, and one with breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each cheese stick in flour, dip in egg mixture, and roll in breadcrumbs. Repeat egg and breadcrumb dip for extra crispiness.
- Place coated sticks on a parchment-lined sheet and freeze for at least 2 hours.
- Heat about 3 inches of oil in a pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry a few sticks at a time for 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with chopped parsley while hot.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Substitute low-moisture mozzarella if out of string cheese.
- Use panko for a crunchier texture; season to taste.
- Plant-based egg mixture: 1/4 cup plant milk + 2 tablespoons cornstarch.
- Try other dips like ranch, pesto, or spicy arrabbiata.
- Keep warm in a 200°F oven if serving a crowd.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 sticks
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
