Homemade Mozzarella Sticks

These homemade mozzarella sticks are crispier, cheesier, and way more flavorful than anything from the freezer aisle, with a thick golden crust made from real mozzarella.

82Min

4Servings

485Cal

MediumLevel

VegetarianKid friendly

#fried#cheese#comfort food#party food

Equipment

Knife

Cutting Board

Mixing Bowl

Baking Sheet

Parchment Paper

Deep Pot

Stove

Tongs

Plate

Ingredients

Cheese

mozzarella cheese (block)

400 g

Coating

all-purpose flour

120 g

large eggs

3 pcs

Italian breadcrumbs

200 g

garlic powder

5 g

dried oregano

3 g

salt

5 g

black pepper

2 g

Frying

vegetable oil

1000 ml

Instructions

Cut the mozzarella

Cut the mozzarella block into sticks approximately 1 cm thick and 8-10 cm long.

10 min

Work quickly to keep the cheese cold and prevent it from becoming too soft

Prepare the coating station

Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.

5 min

Season the breadcrumbs generously - this is where most of the flavor comes from

First coating

Dredge each mozzarella stick first in flour, then in beaten egg, shaking off excess between each step.

15 min

Work in small batches to prevent the coating from getting clumpy

Second coating

Return the sticks to the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the seasoned breadcrumbs for a double coating.

15 min

Press the breadcrumbs firmly onto the sticks to ensure they adhere well

Freeze the sticks

Place the coated sticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15-20 minutes until firm.

20 mintimer 20 min

This step is crucial - freezing prevents the cheese from melting too quickly during frying

Heat the oil

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 180°C (350°F) for frying.

5 minMedium-high heat

Use a thermometer to maintain the correct temperature for crispy results

Fry the mozzarella sticks

Fry the frozen mozzarella sticks in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

10 minMedium-high heattimer 3 min

Don't overcrowd the pot - fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature

Drain and serve

Remove the fried sticks and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately while hot and melty.

2 min

Serve with marinara sauce for the classic pairing

Original recipe

WebsiteHomemade Mozzarella Sticks Recipe YouTubeRecipe by There’s Food At Home

Storage

Fridge: 2 days

Freezer: 30 days

Reheat: Oven at 180°C for 8-10 minutes or air fryer at 190°C for 5-6 minutes

Best served immediately, but can be reheated to restore crispiness. Freeze uncooked sticks for up to 1 month.

Notes

• The double coating creates an extra thick and crispy crust

• Freezing before frying is essential to prevent cheese from leaking

• Serve with warm marinara sauce for the classic experience

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