Baked Mozzarella Sticks

Name: Baked Mozzarella Sticks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 8 mozzarella string cheese (cut in half); 0.5 cup flour; 2 eggs (beaten); 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko); 1 tsp Italian seasoning; 0.5 tsp salt

Crispy and gooey mozzarella sticks, breaded and baked for a healthier appetizer.

prep_time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Italian-American

Servings servings

Equipment

Baking Sheet

Ingredients

Mozzarella

8 mozzarella string cheese cut in half
0.5 cup flour
2 eggs beaten
1 cup breadcrumbs panko
1 tsp Italian seasoning
0.5 tsp salt

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning and salt.
Dip each mozzarella piece in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs, coating evenly.
Place coated mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet.
Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy.
Serve warm with marinara sauce.

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Notes

Freeze mozzarella sticks for 30 minutes before baking to prevent melting. Serve immediately.

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Keyword Baked, Mozzarella, Sticks

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