By Aqsa 
If you’re a cheese lover, these Crispy Fresh Mozzarella Sticks are the ultimate snack you didn’t know you needed! With a crunchy, golden-brown coating and gooey, melted mozzarella inside, they’re perfect for game nights, parties, or even just treating yourself. Pair them with a homemade basil spicy marinara sauce for a flavor explosion you won’t forget.
Let’s dive into the recipe!
Crispy Fresh Mozzarella Sticks
Ingredients For the Mozzarella Sticks:
- 3 balls fresh mozzarella or 1 package of mozzarella sticks
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 1/2 cups cornflakes crumbs
- 1 tsp salt (divided)
- 1 tsp black pepper (divided)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp ancho chile powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup flour
For Frying:
- Vegetable or corn oil
For Serving:
- Homemade Basil Spicy Marinara Sauce
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prep the Mozzarella Cut the fresh mozzarella into 1/2-inch slices. If you’re using mozzarella sticks, simply unwrap them.
- Make the Breading Station In a medium shallow bowl, combine the cornflake crumbs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, dried parsley, onion powder, oregano, basil, ancho chile powder, and paprika. Mix well. In a second shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and water. Set aside. In a third shallow bowl, add flour with a pinch of salt and pepper, then stir to combine.
- Coat the Mozzarella Coat each mozzarella piece in the flour mixture, ensuring it’s fully covered. Next, dip it into the egg mixture, then coat it in flour again. Dip it back into the egg mixture once more and finally, coat it thoroughly in the cornflake crumbs. Repeat this process for all mozzarella pieces, placing them on a wire rack once coated.
- Fry to Perfection In a large pot, heat the oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the mozzarella pieces for 3-4 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove them with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a wire rack or a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve and Enjoy Serve your crispy mozzarella sticks immediately with warmed homemade basil spicy marinara sauce. Each bite delivers the perfect balance of crunch and cheesy goodness, making it impossible to stop at just one!
Why You’ll Love These Mozzarella Sticks ✅ Super Crispy – Thanks to the cornflake crumb coating. ✅ Gooey & Cheesy – Melty mozzarella in every bite. ✅ Easy to Make – Simple steps with no complicated techniques. ✅ Perfect for Sharing – Great appetizer for gatherings or solo snacking.
So, what are you waiting for? Grab some mozzarella and get frying! Your taste buds will thank you. 😍❤️
Servings
4 minutes
Preparing Time
15 minutes
Cooking Time
4 minutes
Calories
320 kcal
INGREDIENTS
3 balls fresh mozzarella or 1 package of mozzarella sticks
2 eggs
2 tbsp water
1 1/2 cups cornflakes crumbs
1 tsp salt (divided)
1 tsp black pepper (divided)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp dried parsley
1/4 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp ancho chile powder
1 tsp paprika
1 cup flour
DIRECTION
Prep the Mozzarella Cut the fresh mozzarella into 1/2-inch slices. If you’re using mozzarella sticks, simply unwrap them.
Make the Breading Station In a medium shallow bowl, combine the cornflake crumbs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, dried parsley, onion powder, oregano, basil, ancho chile powder, and paprika. Mix well. In a second shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and water. Set aside. In a third shallow bowl, add flour with a pinch of salt and pepper, then stir to combine.
Coat the Mozzarella Coat each mozzarella piece in the flour mixture, ensuring it’s fully covered. Next, dip it into the egg mixture, then coat it in flour again. Dip it back into the egg mixture once more and finally, coat it thoroughly in the cornflake crumbs. Repeat this process for all mozzarella pieces, placing them on a wire rack once coated.
Fry to Perfection In a large pot, heat the oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the mozzarella pieces for 3-4 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove them with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a wire rack or a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve and Enjoy Serve your crispy mozzarella sticks immediately with warmed homemade basil spicy marinara sauce. Each bite delivers the perfect balance of crunch and cheesy goodness, making it impossible to stop at just one!
NOTES
Why You’ll Love These Mozzarella Sticks ✅ Super Crispy – Thanks to the cornflake crumb coating. ✅ Gooey & Cheesy – Melty mozzarella in every bite. ✅ Easy to Make – Simple steps with no complicated techniques. ✅ Perfect for Sharing – Great appetizer for gatherings or solo snacking.