Homemade Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks

Ingredients

• 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks, halved
• 1/2 cup flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Cooking spray
• Marinara sauce, for dipping

Instructions

1. 1

   Freeze mozzarella sticks for at least 1 hour — this is critical to prevent explosions.

2. 2

   Set up 3 bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with parmesan and garlic powder.

3. 3

   Dredge each stick in flour, egg, breadcrumbs, then repeat egg and breadcrumbs for double coating.

4. 4

   Freeze coated sticks another 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Preheat air fryer to 380°F. Spray basket.

6. 6

   Arrange sticks with space between them. Spray tops. Air fry 5–7 minutes until golden — watch closely to prevent cheese blowout.

7. 7

   Serve immediately with warm marinara.