Description
- Make crispy, spicy mozzarella sticks in the air fryer with this easy recipe packed with bold flavor and gooey cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup spicy chips (e.g., Takis, Doritos, or hot cheese puffs)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 8 Mozzarella string cheese sticks
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the Air Fryer
- Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to preheat.
- 2. Prepare the Coating
- Place the spicy chips into a food processor and pulse until they reach a fine crumb consistency (about 30-45 seconds).
- Transfer the crumbs to a medium bowl.
- In two separate bowls, place the beaten egg in one and the flour in another.
- 3. Coat the Cheese Sticks
- Roll each Mozzarella stick in flour, ensuring an even coating.
- Dip the floured stick into the beaten egg, then coat it thoroughly with the spicy crumbs.
- For an extra crunchy layer, repeat the egg and crumb coating process (optional).
- 4. Air Fry the Mozzarella Sticks
- Lightly grease the air fryer basket or tray to prevent sticking.
- Arrange the coated Mozzarella sticks in a single layer, leaving space between them to ensure even cooking.
- Air fry for 5 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the coating is crispy and the cheese is melted inside.
- 5. Serve and Enjoy
- Carefully remove the Mozzarella sticks from the air fryer. Let cool slightly before serving to enjoy their gooey, spicy goodness!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 (2 sticks per serving)
- Calories: 220 kcal per serving
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