Baked Mozzarella Sticks
Gooey cheese surrounded by a crispy panko crust, these baked mozzarella sticks are a healthier take on a classic snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1 dash cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 6 pieces mozzarella string cheese sticks (unwrapped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine panko bread crumbs, melted butter, salt, garlic powder, oregano, and cayenne pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Coat each mozzarella stick in cornstarch.
- Dip the sticks in the beaten egg until fully covered.
- Roll the egg-coated sticks in the panko mixture until completely covered.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve with marinara sauce for dipping. For extra crunch, double coat the sticks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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