Description
Crispy, budget-friendly cheese sticks made easily in your air fryer.
Ingredients
- 8 mozzarella string cheese sticks
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Cut each cheese stick in half.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
- Roll each cheese piece in flour, then dip in egg, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Place coated cheese sticks in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them.
- Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Air fry at 400°F for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve immediately with marinara sauce.
Notes
- Freeze cheese sticks for 15 minutes before coating to prevent melting.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Double-coat for a thicker crust.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American