Low-Fat Baked Cheese Sticks

Cheese sticks are believed to have originated in the United States in the 1940s and have since become a popular appetizer or snack option.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 5.

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Low-Fat Baked Cheese Sticks

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Low-fat mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Whole wheat breadcrumbs
• 2 large Egg whites
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 cup Marinara sauce

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut the mozzarella cheese into sticks.
3. In a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs and Italian seasoning.
4. Dip each cheese stick into the egg whites, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture until coated.
5. Place the coated cheese sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese sticks are golden brown and crispy.
7. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

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.