Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Crispy, cheesy, and ready in minutes, these Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks are a perfect snack or appetizer for movie nights and gatherings.
Ingredients
Cheese
- 8 sticks mozzarella sticks Use string or block mozzarella cut into sticks.
Breading
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup crushed cornflakes For extra crunch.
Egg wash
- 2 large eggs Whisked together until smooth.
Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
Preparation
- Add the flour to a shallow bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs together until smooth.
- In a third bowl, mix together the salt, Italian seasoning, and crushed cornflakes.
- Dip each mozzarella stick into the flour, shaking off excess.
- Next, dip the floured stick into the egg, coating it completely.
- Finally, press the egg-coated stick into the crushed cornflakes until well covered.
- Once all the sticks have been breaded, place them on a pan and freeze for at least 1 hour so they firm up.
Cooking
- Preheat the air fryer to 375℉.
- Spray the mozzarella sticks lightly with cooking spray and arrange them in the basket so none are touching.
- Air fry for 4 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
Serving
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Freeze the breaded sticks solid before air frying to prevent cheese from leaking. Don’t overcrowd the basket; air needs to circulate for even browning. Use crushed cornflakes for extra crunch, and press firmly so crumbs stick. If reheating, air fry frozen sticks for 3–4 minutes at 375℉ to crisp up.