These baked mozzarella sticks are just as crispy and full of melted cheese like the fried version, minus all of the fat and calories! These make a great appetizer and are perfect for a snack, especially for kids.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword baked mozzarella sticks
Prep Time 35 minutesmins
Cook Time 10 minutesmins
Total Time 45 minutesmins
Servings 24mozzarella sticks
Author Danielle
Ingredients
12part skim mozzarella sticks
2egg whites*
2-3tbspflour
1/4cupItalian seasoned breadcrumbs
1/4cuppanko bread crumbs
1tbspparmesan cheese
1tbspdried parsley
**Optional - Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
Cut all of the cheese sticks in half and place in the freezer for about 20-25 minutes to harden. (Do not skip this step, it is necessary to keep the cheese from melting everywhere!)
Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper (or silipat mat) and set aside.
Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of flour in a small bowl.
In a separate bowl, lightly whisk the egg whites.
In another bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, panko, parmesan, and dried parsley until fully combined.
Remove cheese sticks from the freezer. Toss each cheese stick first in the flour, shaking off any excess. Repeat the same thing with the egg white mixture, then with the breadcrumb mixture.
Place all of the cheese sticks on the prepared baking sheet, lightly spray with oil.
Bake for 4-5 minutes, remove from oven, flip the cheese sticks, then bake for another 4-5 minutes. Keep a close eye on them as they can easily start to burn or melt too much.*
Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
Notes
*Can use one whole egg, instead of the egg whites. *I broiled mine for the last minute or so to get them crispier. If you do this, make sure to watch them closely. *These are best served immediately, however, you can prep them ahead of time and pop them in the freezer until you are ready to bake them.