Description
Crispy, spicy cheese sticks made with pepper jack cheese and cooked in an air fryer for a healthier snack.
Ingredients
- 8 oz pepper jack cheese, cut into sticks
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
- Mix breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and salt in a bowl.
- Dip cheese sticks in flour, then eggs, then breadcrumb mixture.
- Place cheese sticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 6-8 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve immediately with dipping sauce of your choice.
Notes
- Use cold cheese sticks for easier handling.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
- For extra crispiness, spray cheese sticks lightly with oil before air frying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American