Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks (Printable)

Golden crispy mozzarella sticks with a gooey center served alongside warm marinara and fresh herbs.

# Ingredient List:

→ Frozen

01 - 16 frozen mozzarella sticks

→ Serving

02 - 1 cup marinara sauce, warmed
03 - Fresh basil or parsley, chopped, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 390°F for 2 minutes.
02 - Place frozen mozzarella sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping.
03 - Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even browning, until sticks are golden brown and crispy.
04 - Remove immediately and let stand for 1 minute to prevent cheese from leaking.
05 - Serve hot with warmed marinara sauce and garnish with fresh herbs as desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They come out perfectly crispy without the mess of deep frying
  • The cheese stays melty and irresistible every single time
02 -
  • Never overcrowd the basket or they will steam instead of crisp up beautifully
  • A light spray of olive oil before air frying creates that extra golden crunch
03 -
  • Skip nonstick spray on the basket itself it actually makes the next batch stick
  • Buy two bags of frozen sticks because these disappear faster than you expect
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