Garlic Parmesan Spicy Mozzarella Sticks

Do you ever get a wild craving for something absolutely loaded with garlic and cheese? Garlic Parmesan Spicy Mozzarella Sticks just kinda pop up in my daydreams pretty often, not gonna lie. The garlicky, buttery goodness clings to each stretchy, oozy stick like it’s their destiny.

Now, I know finding solid garlic recipes—especially when it comes to snacks—is not always easy. Maybe you want the bite without scaring off your neighbors for a week. If you love all thing garlic, you might wanna peek at this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta for your next dinner fix.

Garlic Parmesan Spicy Mozzarella Sticks

How to Make Garlic Butter

Right. Garlic butter should be its own food group frankly. The good thing? It’s bone simple to make. Real talk, fresh minced garlic is where the magic starts. No jarred stuff if you can help it. Toss it into a bowl with soft, real butter. Then, sprinkle in grated parmesan (the more, the merrier, honestly), plus a hint of salt and black pepper.

Use a fork or spoon and mash it all together until you smell garlic heaven and you see little parmesan bits everywhere. If you’re feeling extra, add a pinch of chili flakes for that spicy kick—trust me, your taste buds will thank you.

I always sneak a taste before spreading—sometimes more than I care to admit. It just hits differently when it melts on your tongue!

Garlic Parmesan Spicy Mozzarella Sticks

How to Use Garlic Butter

There aren’t really rules when it comes to garlic butter. Maybe that’s the best part. For Garlic Parmesan Spicy Mozzarella Sticks, I slather them before AND after baking. Sounds a bit much, maybe, but you want to taste that zingy butter in every bite. It also makes epic garlic bread, or try tossing roasted veggies with it.

I even melt mine as a dip for breadsticks on lazy movie nights. Here’s a hot tip: if you drizzle a little on leftover pizza crust, you’ll barely remember it’s leftover. That’s real magic.

“This garlic butter is always the first thing gone at our parties. People literally ask for a little take-home tub. No joke.”

Garlic Parmesan Spicy Mozzarella Sticks

Can You Make Garlic Butter Ahead of Time?

Oh, you definitely can. Actually, you might want to. Making it a day ahead gives time for the garlic and cheesy flavors to get cozy and richer. Plus, then you always have some on hand for emergencies—which, let’s be honest, sneak up on hungry people a lot. Just mix it up, stash it in a covered bowl, and pop it in your fridge.

I promise, even a couple days later, it tastes pretty epic. Sometimes I make a stash on Sunday and use it all week for sandwiches, garlic noodles, and last-minute snacks.

My cousin makes a double batch and swears it gets even better after a night in the fridge. I kinda agree.

Garlic Parmesan Spicy Mozzarella Sticks

How to Store Garlic Butter

Storage is honestly so easy, even I can’t mess this up. Once your garlic parmesan butter is mixed, scoop it into a small container or wrap it up in plastic wrap like a log.

Fridge is perfect for a week—maybe a tad longer, but I rarely make it last that far. If you wanna stock up, throw it in the freezer and slice off what you need. Pro-tip: label it, or someone in your house might think it’s frosting (weird things have happened in my fridge).

Been there! Used a Sharpie. The “garlic power” label really worked. No more sweet-tooth disasters.

Garlic Parmesan Spicy Mozzarella Sticks

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Alright, let’s be real. Garlic Parmesan Spicy Mozzarella Sticks aren’t exactly diet food, but come on—they taste like a five-star appetizer. Per stick, you’re looking at around 120 calories, with a decent chunk from fat (um, it’s butter AND cheese).

There’s some protein (thank you, mozzarella) and a bit of calcium too. If you’re watching sodium, just go lighter with the cheese or use unsalted butter. I mean, they’re an indulgence. Totally worth every bite in my extremely honest opinion. If you ask me, moments of joy like this sorta balance themselves out.

So, if you’re still debating whether to whip up some Garlic Parmesan Spicy Mozzarella Sticks, trust your craving. There’s no shame in a little garlicky self-care. Oh, and if you’re starving for more bold flavors, check out this Garlic Parmesan Chicken Spaghetti in Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce for another crowd-pleaser.

Garlic Parmesan Spicy Mozzarella Sticks

And hey, garlic lovers unite!

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