Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 8 mozzarella sticks
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/8 cup flour
  • Marinara sauce (for serving)

Instruction

  • Unwrap cheese sticks (if necessary) and place on a plate or baking sheet, with space between them.
  • Place them in the freezer for 30-60 minutes.
  • Mix the breadcrumbs, salt, garlic powder, pepper and paprika in a bowl.
  • Use a fork or whisk to whisk the eggs in a bowl until uniform.
  • Spray the air fryer basket lightly with oil.
  • Dip the partially frozen cheese sticks in flour, then in the egg, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture to coat.
  • Place in the air fryer basket and repeat with remaining cheese sticks. Spray lightly with oil.
  • Cook at 390F degrees for 5-7 minutes, checking regularly after 5 minutes to make sure they don't explode.
  • Remove and serve with marinara sauce for dipping.