These oven-baked crispy cheese sticks bring all the fun of a classic, reimagined as a lighter, easy-to-make treat at home. A winning pick for family dinners or shared snacks, they’re a hit with kids and adults alike.
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Preparation
20
min
Cooking
15
min
Portion
2
Ingredients
- 8 mozzarella cheese sticks (18% fat), cut in half
- 125 ml (1/2 cup) flour
- 2 eggs
- 250 ml (1 cup) panko breadcrumbs
- 10 ml (2 tsp.) onion powder
- 10 ml (2 tsp.) garlic powder
- 5 ml (1 tsp.) Italian seasoning
- 2.5 ml (1/2 tsp.) chili powder
- Pinch of salt
- Marinara sauce
Preparation
- Prepare 3 bowls. The first one with flour, the second one with beaten eggs, and the third one with panko, onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, chili powder, and salt.
- Dip the half mozzarella sticks into the flour, then into the beaten eggs, and finally into the breadcrumb mixture. Ensure they are well coated.
- Dip the same mozzarella stick halves again into the beaten eggs and then back into the breadcrumb mixture. Repeat with the remaining mozzarella stick halves.
- Freeze the cheese sticks for at least 1 hour before baking. This prevents the cheese from melting too quickly while the coating becomes crispy. This recipe can be prepared well in advance.
- Place the cheese sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 5-8 minutes. Flip and bake for another 5-8 minutes or until the sticks are golden and crispy.
- Serve with marinara sauce, either cold or heated.
Notes
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in Granby
