Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks (Printable Version)

Quick and crispy mozzarella bites with a golden crust and melted cheese, ideal for easy snacking.

# Ingredient List:

→ Frozen

01 - 16 frozen mozzarella sticks

→ Serving

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

# Directions:

01 - Preheat air fryer to 390°F for 2 minutes.
02 - Place frozen mozzarella sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not touch.
03 - Air fry for 6 to 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
04 - Remove immediately and allow to cool for 1 minute to prevent cheese leakage.
05 - Serve hot with warmed marinara sauce and garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You probably already have everything you need, and the whole thing comes together in under ten minutes
  • That crunch when you bite through the coating and hit the melting cheese is absolutely addictive
02 -
  • Crowding the air fryer is the number one way to ruin these, so just cook them in batches if you have more than will fit comfortably
  • A quick spray of olive oil before they go in makes the coating extra crispy and gives it this beautiful golden color
03 -
  • Different brands have different cooking times, so check a few minutes early the first time you try a new one
  • Let the air fryer cool down for a minute between batches so the next batch cooks evenly
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