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    Air Fryer Frozen Mozzarella Sticks

    Published: Aug 20, 2021 · Modified: Feb 26, 2022 by Ajoke · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Learn how to cook frozen mozzarella sticks in the air fryer in simple steps with this recipe. These air fryer frozen mozzarella sticks are ready in 8 minutes, perfect with marinara dipping sauce, you will love it!

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    It is quick and easy to make, and one of the guaranteed ways to getting a great result that will be crispy on the outside, cheesy, gooey, and melty on the inside. They make a great appetizer and you don’t have to break a sweat making them.

    Why frozen breaded mozzarella sticks in the air fryer is good

    You won’t believe how easy this air fryer appetizer recipe is, it super convenient and saves time. That said, I believe not all brands of frozen cheese sticks are made the same, you may have to try a few brands to choose which works best for you. Again, whatever brand you choose, cooking it in the air fryer would bring the best out of it.

    Super affordable, a pack usually sells for less than $4 (£2) and with about 10 pieces, you can conveniently feed two to three people as an appetizer or a side dish.

    It is perfect for entertaining, a few of this crispy, cheesy melty mozzarella sticks with marinara dipping sauce and you have got yourself some happy tummy.

    It is hassle-free as you would be cooking it straight from frozen, no need to thaw as well.

    Easy and quick, you can use any brand of frozen mozzarella sticks or bites. I used ASDA's own brand (equivalent to Walmart in the US). Farm rich, TGIF, and Kroger are popular brands in the US and I believe they would work well too. 

    What you’ll need

    Frozen mozzarella sticks or bites: this can be any brand of choice

    Dipping sauce to serve

    How to make frozen mozzarella in the air fryer

    Preheat the oven at 180C/360F for 5 minutes

    Remove the frozen mozzarella sticks from its packaging and arrange them in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer making sure to leave some spaces in between them

    Cook at 180C/360F for 6 minutes or until crispy on the outside and cheese melted in the middle.

    Serve immediately with marinara dipping sauce or pizza sauce. enjoy!

    PS: most recipe websites suggest cooking at 200C/400F, personally, I believe this would only cook the mozzarella sticks too quickly and explode during cooking.

    Watch how to make it

    Tips

    • I used Cosori 5.7l air fryer and was able to fit 24 frozen cheese pieces in the basket. If you are catering for more then be sure to cook them in batches.
    • Do not thaw before cooking and avoid stacking them so that they cook evenly
    • Flip the cheese sticks halfway through the cooking time if need be, I did not need to do this
    • No need to spray the air fry basket with cooking oil for this recipe

    Dipping sauce for mozzarella sticks

    If you are wondering what sauce goes with mozzarella sticks, then the simple answer is marinara sauce. Guess, what, you are in luck as I have the best marinara sauce recipe for you. You may also pair these crispy gooey goodness with

    Chili mayo

    Dill dip

    FAQs

    How long do you cook Farm Rich Cheese Sticks in air fryer?

    Most cheese sticks would cook in the air fryer at 180C for 6 minutes.

    How do you keep mozzarella sticks from exploding?

    It is important to cook the cheese stick cooks under the right temperature, cooking under high heat or overcooking may result in the cheese sticks bursting open. Lastly, use frozen mozzarella cheese that is well coated with the breading.

    More air fryer appetizer recipes you’ll love

    Air fryer frozen chicken wings

    Air fryer mini corn dogs

    Pasta chips in the air fryer

    Air fryer bacon turkey

    Air fryer chicken kabobs

    If you made this air-fried mozzarella recipe, don’t forget to leave me feedback and rate it 5 stars. Tag us @cravingsmallbites on Instagram and save away to your Pinterest

    a plate of mozzarella sticks and a pot of marinara dipping sauce.

    Air Fryer Frozen Mozzarella Sticks

    Ajoke
    Learn how to cook frozen mozzarella sticks in the air fryer in simple steps with this recipe. These air fryer frozen mozzarella sticks are ready in 8 minutes, you will love it! It is quick and easy to make, and one of the guaranteed way to getting a great result that it crispy on the outside, cheesy, gooey and melty on the inside.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 0 mins
    Cook Time 6 mins
    Total Time 6 mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American, British
    Servings 24 mozzarella sticks
    Calories 45 kcal

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients
      

    • 24 Frozen mozzarella sticks or bites this can be any brand of choice

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the air fryer at 180C/360F for 3 minutes.
      Remove the frozen mozzarella sticks from its packaging and carefully arrange it in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer making sure to leave some spaces in between them
    • Cook at 180C/360F for 6 minutes or until crispy on the outside and cheese melted in the middle.
    • Serve immediately with marinara dipping sauce or pizza sauce. enjoy!

    Notes

    PS: most recipe websites suggest cooking at 200C/400F, personally, I believe this would only cook the mozzarella sticks too quickly and explode during cooking.
    Tips
    • I used Cosori 5.7l air fryer and was able to fit 24 frozen cheese pieces in the basket. If you are catering for more then be sure to cook them in batches.
    • Do not thaw before cooking and avoid stacking them so that they cook evenly Flip the cheese sticks halfway through the cooking time if need be, I did not need to do this
    • No need to spray the air fry basket with cooking oil for this recipe

    Nutrition

    Calories: 45kcalProtein: 6gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 160mg
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