Description
Crispy mozzarella sticks with a ranch-flavored crust made in your air fryer.
Ingredients
- 8 mozzarella string cheese sticks
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Cut each mozzarella stick in half.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Coat each mozzarella piece in flour, then dip in egg, and roll in breadcrumb mixture.
- Place coated sticks on a plate and freeze for 30 minutes.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes.
- Arrange sticks in air fryer basket in a single layer. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve immediately with marinara sauce.
Notes
- Freezing prevents cheese from melting too quickly.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket.
- For extra crispiness, spray breaded sticks lightly with oil before cooking.
- Best eaten fresh for optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American