Gooey Golden Air-Fried Mozzarella

Gooey Golden Air-Fried Mozzarella

Melty mozzarella wrapped in golden breadcrumbs, crisped to perfection in the air fryer for a quick, savory bite.

Preparation Time

10 min

Cooking Time

8 min

Overall Time

18 min

Created By: Lili Clark

Category: Snacks

Skill Level: Moderate

Cuisine Type: American

Output: 18 Serves

Dietary Options: Vegetarian

Ingredients

8 mozzarella cheese sticks or string cheese sticks

½ cup all-purpose flour

2 large eggs, beaten

1 cup Panko breadcrumbs

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1 tsp paprika (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

Non-stick cooking spray

Steps

Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).

Place flour in a shallow bowl, beaten eggs in another, and combine Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika (if using), salt, and pepper in a third bowl.

Coat each mozzarella stick in flour, dip in the beaten eggs, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure an even coating.

Lightly spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray and place the breaded mozzarella sticks in the basket, ensuring they do not touch to allow even crisping.

Air fry the mozzarella sticks for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside. Flip halfway through for even crispness.

Remove from the air fryer and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Tips

Freeze the mozzarella sticks for 30 minutes before breading them for extra crispiness.
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes if you don’t have an air fryer.
Serve with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for the best pairing.

Required Tools

Air fryer
Shallow bowls for breading station
Non-stick cooking spray

Allergy Information

Always check each ingredient for allergens, and consult a medical professional if unsure.

Contains dairy (mozzarella and Parmesan cheese)
Contains eggs
Contains gluten (all-purpose flour and breadcrumbs)

Nutritional Information (per serving)

These details are shared for general guidance and don’t replace professional advice.

Calories: 92.5
Fats: 5.2 g
Carbohydrates: 6.3 g
Proteins: 5.8 g

Lili Clark

Hi! I’m LiLi, a former kitchen disaster who learned to cook by documenting my grandmother’s recipes. I believe cooking should be accessible, sometimes messy, and always delicious. Join me as I share everything from family classics to weeknight emergencies!

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