Jun 09 2026
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Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Inspired by Pumphouse
Time1h
Serves4

Crispy, golden-fried breaded mozzarella sticks, perfectly melty on the inside. Served with marinara or ranch for dipping

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasoning

Dipping Sauces

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cheese

    Take the mozzarella cheese sticks out of the packaging and freeze them for at least 30 minutes. This helps keep them intact during frying.

  2. 2

    Set Up Breading Station

    In three separate shallow bowls, place the flour in the first bowl, beat the eggs in the second bowl, and mix the breadcrumbs with garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper in the third bowl.

Breading

  1. 3

    Coat the Cheese Sticks

    Remove the cheese sticks from the freezer. Take each stick and first coat it in flour, shaking off the excess. Next, dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture. Repeat for all cheese sticks.

  2. 4

    Double Bread (Optional)

    For extra crunch, you can repeat the egg and breadcrumb coating process a second time after the first coating.

Frying

  1. 5

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to check the temperature.

  2. 6

    Fry the Mozzarella Sticks

    Carefully place a few breaded mozzarella sticks into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry them for about 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

  3. 7

    Repeat

    Continue frying the remaining mozzarella sticks in batches until all are cooked.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve with Dipping Sauces

    Arrange the fried mozzarella sticks on a serving platter and serve with marinara sauce and ranch dressing for dipping.

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