Jul 14 2026
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Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Inspired by OoeyGooey Cinnamon Rolls and Café
Time45m
Serves4

Crispy mozzarella sticks served with marinara sauce.

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Ingredients

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For the Mozzarella Sticks

For the Marinara Sauce

Method

For the Mozzarella Sticks

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cheese

    Freeze the mozzarella sticks for at least 1 hour to make them firmer and easier to handle.

  2. 2

    Set Up the Breading Station

    In three separate bowls, set up your breading station: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with milk, and one with bread crumbs combined with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Bread the Cheese Sticks

    Take a frozen mozzarella stick and coat it in flour, shaking off excess. Next, dip it into the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off, and finally coat it in the bread crumb mixture. Press the crumbs onto the stick to ensure an even coating. Repeat for all mozzarella sticks.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer for accuracy.

  5. 5

    Fry the Mozzarella Sticks

    Carefully lower a few breaded mozzarella sticks into the hot oil, frying them in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the hot mozzarella sticks immediately with marinara sauce for dipping.

For the Marinara Sauce

  1. 7

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

  2. 8

    Add Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

  3. 9

    Simmer the Sauce

    Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened and flavors meld.

  4. 10

    Serve

    Serve the marinara sauce warm alongside the mozzarella sticks for dipping.

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