Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks (Printable Version)

Golden mozzarella sticks cooked to crispy perfection in an air fryer and served with flavorful marinara.

# What You'll Need:

→ Frozen

01 - 16 frozen mozzarella sticks

→ Serving

02 - 1 cup marinara sauce, warmed
03 - Fresh basil or parsley, chopped, for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 390°F for 2 minutes.
02 - Place frozen mozzarella sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they do not touch.
03 - Cook the mozzarella sticks for 6 to 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
04 - Remove the sticks immediately after cooking and let them cool for 1 minute to prevent cheese leakage.
05 - Serve hot with warmed marinara sauce and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The cheese stays molten without making a mess everywhere
  • They reheat beautifully if you somehow have leftovers
  • The air fryer gives them that deep fried crunch without the oil headache
02 -
  • Overcrowding the basket is the number one mistake people make
  • If cheese leaks through the breading, your air temp is too high or they cooked too long
  • Light olive oil spray before cooking adds serious crunch but it is not necessary
03 -
  • Buy the store brand frozen sticks and save the fancy ones for another day
  • Let them cool two minutes instead of one if you are serving small children
  • The air fryer basket cleans easier if you rinse it while still warm
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