Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
These air fryer mozzarella sticks feature a perfectly crispy panko coating and a delicious, stretchy melted cheese center. They are an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for game day.
Ingredients
- 12 mozzarella sticks
- 2 c. panko bread crumbs
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs well-beaten
- 1/3 c. all-purpose flour
- Warm marinara for serving
Instructions
- Freeze mozzarella sticks until frozen solid, at least 2 hours.
- Set up a breading station: Place panko, eggs, and flour in 3 separate shallow bowls. Season panko generously with salt and pepper.
- Coat frozen mozzarella sticks in flour, then dip in egg, letting excess egg drip back into bowl, then panko, back in the egg, then back in the panko.
- Arrange frozen breaded mozzarella sticks in an even layer in the basket of your air fryer. Cook on 400° for 6 minutes, or until golden and crisp on the outside and melty in the center.
- Serve with warm marinara sauce for dipping.