Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Ingredients
- 1 (12-ounce) package mozzarella cheese sticks, each stick unwrapped and cut in half to make 12 sticks
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup marinara sauce, for serving
Instructions
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Before frying, place the halved cheese sticks on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, assemble the breading and get out the air fryer.
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Whisk the mayonnaise and egg together in a medium bowl. Place the flour, breadcrumbs, onion, and garlic powder in a large bowl and whisk to combine.
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Working in batches of 6, roll the frozen cheese sticks in the mayo-egg mixture to coat, then in the flour mixture. Return the coated cheese sticks to the parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining cheese sticks. Return the baking sheet to the freezer for 10 minutes.
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Heat the air fryer to 370°F. Fry 6 the mozzarella sticks for 5 minutes -- it is important not to overcrowd the air fryer. Repeat with the remaining sticks and serve warm with the marinara for dipping.
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