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Homemade Mozzarella Cheese Sticks are easy to make with simple ingredients. The perfect appetizer for game day or a weekend snack.
The cheese sticks turned out so good and my kids are already begging to make these again. They are seriously that amazing and the perfect snack recipe.
Homemade mozzarella sticks are made with string cheese that is coated with bread crumbs and eggs and then baked for an easy snack. Make sure to serve with a side of your favorite dipping sauce for even more flavor. You may even like this Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks Recipe.
What's in this post: Homemade Mozzarella Sticks
- What is the Best Cheese to use for Mozzarella Sticks?
- Ingredients
- Variations Ideas
- How to Make Homemade Mozzarella Sticks:
- Can you Fry Homemade Cheese Sticks?
- Expert Tips
- How Long will Homemade Cheese Sticks last in the Freezer:
- Serving Suggestions
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Try these other appetizer recipes
- Homemade Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
What is the Best Cheese to use for Mozzarella Sticks?
The best cheese to use for mozzarella sticks is cheese sticks. There are different flavors that you can buy and they are the perfect size for homemade cheese sticks.
Ingredients
- Mozzarella cheese sticks (string cheese) – cut in half
- All Purpose Flour
- Large Eggs
- Italian Bread Crumbs
- Panko Bread Crumbs
- Parmesan Cheese
Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe in the recipe card.
Variations Ideas
- Seasoning – You can also mix in some additional spices. Add in teaspoon garlic powder, basil, black pepper, or onion powder. All are great option and a delicious variation. We have even added in oregano and dried parsley for added flavor.
How to Make Homemade Mozzarella Sticks:
- Step 1 – You will need 3 small bowls.
- Step 2 – Place flour in one bowl, eggs in a second bowl and then both bread crumbs and parmesan cheese in a third bowl. We recommend working in batches.
Step 3 – Cut each string cheese in half and line a cookie sheet with foil or parchment paper. Spray with nonstick spray.
Step 4 – Coat one sting cheese in the flour, then in the eggs, then in the bread crumb mixture.
Step 5 – Place on the cookie sheet. Our girls LOVED making their own cheese sticks.
Step 7 – Place in the freezer for at least 2 hours until frozen through. Preheat oven to the broil feature. Place the cheese sticks on a baking sheet and spray with olive oil. Broil for about 4-5 minutes until they begin to brown.
Now you know how to make mozzarella sticks without frying!
Can you Fry Homemade Cheese Sticks?
Yes, you can fry homemade cheese sticks. This allows them to get extra crispy.
- Heat cooking oil in a sauce pan to at least 365 degrees. The oil temperature needs to be hot before placing the cheese stick in the skillet.
- Prepare the cheese sticks as indicated in the recipe card. The cheese sticks are ready to fry.
- Place the sticks in the heated vegetable oil and deep fry for about 30 seconds or until golden brown.
- Drain the fried cheese sticks on a paper towel and serve.
Expert Tips
- Freeze Mozzarella Sticks – It is super important to not skip over the freezer step. This is what allows the cheese to stay intact and not ooze out during the baking process.
- Breading the cheese – Make sure to really press the breadcrumbs into the cheese stick. This will ensure you don’t lose your breading which is oh so yummy.
- Parchment Paper – Use a baking sheet or parchment paper to make clean up even easier. I love to use these baking liners.
- Breadcrumb Mixture – Once you are done coating the cheese sticks in the bread crumbs, discard this mixture.
- Cooking Cheese Sticks – These cheese sticks can be deep fried, baked or you can air fry them.
How Long will Homemade Cheese Sticks last in the Freezer:
If you are wanting to freeze your homemade cheese sticks, these steps will help to freeze them properly.
- Prepare the cheese sticks as indicated.
- Make sure to freeze the cheese sticks for an hour before adding to the freezer bag or freezer safe container.
- If stored properly these cheese sticks will last about 2 to 3 months.
- When you are ready to cook, bake as directed on the recipe card. You may need to add a few minutes to the cooking time.
Serving Suggestions
Frequently Asked Questions
The best way to get the homemade mozzerella sticks crispy is to fry in hot oil. Air fryer the cheese sticks is also a good option. We have been using our air fryer a lot more and it is less messy than deep frying the mozzarella sticks.
Yes, you certainly can. This is a great way to enjoy these anytime you want without the prep work. Once you get to the step that tells you to freeze them, just go ahead and do so. Once you are ready to enjoy, bake them as normal and enjoy.
You can have fresh mozzarella sticks anytime you want at home.
If you would like to reheat the cooked cheese sticks, place them on baking sheet. Place in a preheated oven at 350 degrees. Reheat for about 10 minutes. For the last minute you can turn the oven to broil.
This will allow the texture to get crispy.
Try these other appetizer recipes
- Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies
- Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders recipe
- The Best Mexican White Cheese Dip
- Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Cheesy bread recipe
- Crispy fried onion rings
If you make these Homemade Mozzarella Sticks Recipe, please leave us a comment or a star review.
Homemade Mozzarella Sticks
Ingredients
- 12 Mozzarella cheese sticks
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup Italian bread crumbs
- ½ cup Panko Bread crumbs
- ⅛ cup parmesan cheese (grated)
Instructions
- You will need 3 small bowls. Place flour in one bowl, eggs in a second bowl (beat them together) and then both bread crumbs and parmesan cheese in a third bowl (mixed together).
- Cut each string cheese in half and line a cookie sheet with foil or parchment paper. Spray with nonstick spray.
- Coat one sting cheese in the flour, then in the eggs, then in the bread crumb mixture. Place on the cookie sheet.
- Continue to do this until all of the string cheese are on the cookie sheet.
- Place in the freezer for at least 2 hours until frozen through.
- Preheat oven to broil setting.
- Spray the cheese sticks with olive oil and broil them for 4-5 minutes until they begin to brown and get soft. Watch them closely as if they are over cooked, the cheese will seep out of the breading.
- Let sit for a few minutes and then serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!
I am going to make these tomorrow for the super bowl! Can you sent me the recipe for the homemade pizza sauce! Thanks