Fried Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

Prep Time: 30 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 50 mins

Servings: 24

These Fried Mozzarella Cheese Sticks are really easy to make and they taste great! Let's get some mozzarella and go to the kitchen.

Ingredients

12 ounces string cheese sticks cut in half (1 package)
1⅓ cups Italian breadcrumbs
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ cup all-purpose flour
3 large eggs + 3 tablespoons water, beaten
2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

Place three wide and deep containers one behind the other. Fill the first bowl with flour. In the second bowl, mix the eggs and water using a fork. Put breadcrumbs in the third bowl.
Step 2

For the breadcrumb mixture, combine the Italian breadcrumbs with the grated parmesan, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Step 3

Dredge each string cheese stick in flour, fully coating it on all sides.
Step 4

Dip each stick in the egg mixture, letting the excess drip off.
Step 5

Then, roll each stick in the breadcrumb mixture, fully coating it on all sides.
Step 6

Dip each stick again in the egg mixture, and then roll again the breadcrumbs.
Step 7

Transfer the sticks to a lined baking sheet.
Step 8

Freeze the sticks for 20-30 minutes.
Step 9

Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven until it reaches 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
Step 10

Drop 4-5 breaded sticks into the oil and fry for about 20 seconds until the breading is crispy and golden brown.
Step 11

Transfer the mozzarella sticks to a plate or sheet pan lined with paper towel.
Step 12

Serve immediately with marinara sauce.

Make sure the cheese is well-coated with breadcrumbs to avoid blowouts. Do not skip freezing the mozzarella sticks before frying! Store mozzarella sticks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.