Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks (Printable)

Golden, gooey mozzarella sticks cooked quickly in an air fryer, perfect for a tasty snack or appetizer.

# What You Need:

→ Frozen

01 - 16 frozen mozzarella sticks

→ Serving

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

# How-To Steps:

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, ensuring they do not touch.
03 - Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the exterior is golden brown and crispy.
04 - Remove immediately and allow to cool for 1 minute to prevent cheese leakage.
05 - Serve hot with warmed marinara sauce and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Crispy golden exterior gives way to that satisfying cheese pull everyone fights over
  • Nine minutes from freezer to plate means you can actually say yes to sudden cravings
  • Air frying creates that deep fried crunch without the grease mess or lingering oil smell
02 -
  • Cooking in batches feels tedious but overcrowding is the number one way to ruin the crunch
  • Every air fryer runs slightly different. Check your first batch at the six minute mark and adjust from there
03 -
  • Freezer burnt sticks still work perfectly. The exterior breading protects the cheese from texture changes.
  • Straight from the freezer to the air fryer is the only way. Defrosting creates a mess that never crisps up properly.
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