They were easy to prepare and the breading became very crispy. I used halloumi, but I think mozzarella would do just as well!
Air fryer mozzarella sticks
🧂 Ingredients:
10 mozzarella sticks (frayed cheese)
125 ml of all-purpose flour
2 large eggs (beaten)
1 tablespoon of milk
250 ml of breadcrumbs (panko or Italian)
125 ml of garlic powder
125 ml of Italian seasoning (optional)
Olive oil spray (for crispness)
🔥 Instructions:
Prepare the coating stations
In a bowl, add the flour.
In another, whisk the eggs and milk.
In a third, mix the breadcrumbs, garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
Coat the cheese sticks
Wrap each mozzarella stick in flour and shake to remove the excess.
Dip them in the egg mixture, then bread them.
For more crispness: repeat the operation.
Freeze before air frying
Place the breaded cheese sticks on a plate or tray and freeze for at least 30 to 45 minutes.
(This prevents the cheese from melting during cooking.)
Fry the mozzarella sticks in the air
Preheat the air fryer to 193°C (380°F) for 3 minutes.
Lightly spray the basket of olive oil.
Arrange the frozen cheese sticks in a single layer (without overloading them).
Air fry for 6 to 8 minutes, turning them halfway through cooking, until golden and crispy.
Serve
Gently remove and let cool for 1 to 2 minutes.
Serve hot with marinara sauce, ranch sauce or spicy ketchup.
✨ Advice:
Do not neglect freezing: it is essential to keep the cheese inside! If you use panko, crush it lightly for better adhesion of the breading.
Add parmesan to the breadcrumbs for an even more spicy taste.