Crispy Homemade Mozzarella

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Golden, gooey, restaurant-style perfection

Make irresistibly crispy homemade mozzarella right in your kitchen with this easy, beginner-friendly recipe. These cheese sticks deliver that crunchy breadcrumb coating and melty center everyone loves, and they’re perfect for game nights, movie snacks, or last-minute entertaining. With simple ingredients and quick prep, you can whip up a batch even on your busiest days. Pair them with marinara for the ultimate comfort-food moment!

⏱️ Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Freeze Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Servings: 12 mozzarella sticks

📝 Ingredients

  • 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1 ½ cups seasoned breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free:

  • Large skillet or deep pot
  • Cutting board
  • Small bowls for dredging
  • Tongs
  • Paper towels
  • Wire rack (optional)

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Prep the cheese:
    Unwrap each mozzarella stick and cut in half for smaller pieces if desired.
  2. Set up your dredging station:
    • Bowl 1: flour
    • Bowl 2: whisk eggs + 1 tbsp water
    • Bowl 3: breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
  3. Coat the sticks:
    Dip each mozzarella stick in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
    Repeat egg → breadcrumb step a second time for extra crispiness ✨.
  4. Freeze (IMPORTANT!):
    Place coated sticks on a tray and freeze for 30 minutes so they don’t melt while frying ❄️.
  5. Heat oil:
    Fill skillet with 1–2 inches of oil and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry the mozzarella:
    Cook 4–5 sticks at a time for 1–2 minutes, turning until golden brown 😋.
  7. Drain & serve:
    Place on paper towels or a wire rack. Serve hot with marinara sauce!

💡 Pro Tips

  • Make ahead: Freeze fully breaded sticks and fry straight from frozen for quick snacks.
  • Air fryer option: 400°F for 6–8 minutes, spray lightly with oil.
  • Extra crunch: Use panko breadcrumbs for a restaurant-style texture.
  • No string cheese? Cut a block of low-moisture mozzarella into sticks.

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