Description
This easy fried cheese sticks recipe delivers restaurant-quality snacks at home. With a crispy golden crust and gooey melted mozzarella inside, these homemade cheese sticks are perfect for parties, movie nights, or satisfying a cheesy craving. Simple to make, freezer-friendly, and customizable, they’re a must-try!
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 mozzarella string cheese sticks
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 2 cups flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons mustard powder
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 4 cups cooking oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Unwrap the mozzarella sticks and cut them in half for smaller portions (optional).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk milk and egg in one bowl. Mix flour, breadcrumbs, mustard powder, salt, and pepper in another.
- Dip each mozzarella stick in the milk mixture, then coat in the flour mixture. Place on the baking sheet.
- Freeze for 20 minutes.
- Heat oil to 375°F. Fry frozen cheese sticks in small batches for 2–3 minutes, until golden.
- Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Freeze thoroughly before frying to prevent cheese from leaking.
- Customize the coating with spices like paprika or garlic powder for extra flavor.
- Pair with marinara sauce, ketchup, or ranch for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American