Ingredients
– 1 bag (8.5 ounces / 6 cups) crushed spicy cheese-flavored snacks (use 3 cups for coating)
– 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks, cut in half
– ½ cup (62.5 g) all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon kosher salt
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– 4 large eggs, room temperature
– Parsley, chopped, for garnish
– Ranch or blue cheese dressing, for dipping
Instructions
1-Crush snacks into crumbs. Use a food processor for even texture.
2-Prepare three bowls: flour with salt and garlic powder, whisked eggs, and crumbs. Keep bowls close for smooth dipping.
3-Dip sticks in flour, eggs, then crumbs, and repeat for full coating. Press crumbs gently for better adhesion.
4-Freeze for 30-60 minutes. This prevents cheese from oozing out.
5-Preheat and cook: Air fry at 390°F for 4-6 minutes, bake at 390°F for 6-8 minutes, or deep fry at 365°F for 1-2 minutes. Work in batches to avoid crowding.
Last Step:
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❄️ Freezing sticks before cooking prevents cheese from oozing out.
🌶️ Pair with ranch or blue cheese dressing to balance the spicy coating.
🔥 Reheat leftovers in air fryer or oven to maintain crispiness; avoid microwaving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Freezing time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Air frying, Baking, Deep frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 pieces
- Calories: 111