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    Mozzarella Sticks

    Mozzarella sticks are breaded twice for extra crunch, then fried until golden with a molten cheese center.

    ⏱ 20 min (plus freezing)Prep time
    🔥 5 minCook time
    🍽 4Servings
    🏷 AppetizerCategory
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    Mozzarella Sticks

    Mozzarella sticks became a fixture of American appetizer menus in the 1970s and 1980s, riding the wave of fried cheese snacks popularized in casual dining chains. Their combination of gooey melted cheese and crunchy breadcrumb coating quickly made them one of the most-ordered starters in the country.

    Gooey, crispy, and endlessly satisfying

    Mozzarella sticks are breaded twice for extra crunch, then fried until golden with a molten cheese center.

    Step by stepInstructions

    1. Dredge each cheese stick in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning.
    2. Repeat the egg and breadcrumb coating for an extra-thick crust.
    3. Freeze the coated sticks for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
    4. Heat oil to 175°C in a deep pot.
    5. Fry the frozen sticks in batches for 1-2 minutes until golden.
    6. Drain and serve immediately with warm marinara sauce.

    💡 Chef tips & storage

    Freezing the sticks before frying is essential — it prevents the cheese from leaking out into the oil. Keep the oil temperature steady for the crispiest coating.

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    Recipe details

    Prep20 min (plus freezing)
    Cook5 min
    Servings4
    CategoryAppetizer
    PublishedAugust 12, 2026
    Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes

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