Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks (Printable)

Quickly prepare crispy mozzarella sticks with a golden crust and gooey cheese using straightforward air frying.

# Ingredient List:

→ Frozen

01 - 16 frozen mozzarella sticks

→ Serving (optional)

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

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for 2 minutes.
02 - Place frozen mozzarella sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not touch.
03 - Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
04 - Remove immediately and let rest for 1 minute to prevent cheese from leaking.
05 - Serve hot with warmed marinara sauce and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Nine minutes from freezer to snack, which saved me during a sudden game night last month
  • The crunch gives way to molten cheese in the most dramatic way possible
02 -
  • Overcrowding is the enemy, so cook in batches if you are feeding a crowd
  • A light spritz of olive oil before cooking adds that extra crunch that makes people wonder what your secret is
03 -
  • The one minute cooling period is not optional, unless you enjoy molten cheese on your chin
  • Room temperature marinara heats faster and tastes better than cold sauce rushed into the microwave
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