Baked Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

Mozzarella cheese sticks are believed to have originated in the United States and have become a popular appetizer in many restaurants around the world.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Baked Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Italian Courses: Anytime, Appetizer Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 piece Mozzarella cheese sticks
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• ¹⁄₂ cup All-purpose flour
• 2 piece Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Garlic powder
• ¹⁄₂ cup Marinara sauce
• ¹⁄₄ cup Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut the mozzarella cheese sticks in half.
3. In a shallow bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
5. Dip each mozzarella stick into the flour, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture.
6. Place the coated mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Drizzle the vegetable oil over the mozzarella sticks.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the coating is golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
10. Serve the baked mozzarella cheese sticks with marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.