Spicy Mozzarella Sticks
Crispy, gooey, and spicy, these mozzarella sticks are the perfect snack for game day or movie nights.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking or Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Mozzarella cheese sticks
- Hot Cheetos or spicy chips, crushed (or spicy panko/seasoned breadcrumbs)
- Eggs (or buttermilk)
- Flour
- Salt
- Pepper
- Optional: Cayenne or chili powder
Instructions
- Freeze mozzarella sticks for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (if baking).
- For baking: Lay frozen sticks on a baking sheet, spritz with cooking spray, and bake for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- For frying: Heat oil in a pot. Test with breading, and if it sizzles, drop in the sticks without crowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes until golden.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dips.
Notes
Perfect for game day and can be prepped ahead. Serve with cool ranch or marinara sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Find it online: https://www.helthrecipe.com/spicy-mozzarella-sticks/