Description
Crispy air-fried mozzarella sticks stuffed with pepperoni for a delicious snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks
- 24 thin slices of pepperoni
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Cut each mozzarella stick in half.
- Wrap one slice of pepperoni around each mozzarella half.
- Dredge each piece in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
- Place the coated sticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Air fry at 400°F for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce.
Notes
- Freeze the sticks for 15 minutes before air frying for extra crispiness.
- Use fresh breadcrumbs for better texture.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American