Cheesy Mozzarella Snacks (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning.
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12 string cheese sticks made of mozzarella.
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1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (100g).
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½ teaspoon garlic powder.
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2 large eggs, beaten.
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¼ teaspoon salt.
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1½ cups seasoned breadcrumbs (150g).
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1 cup all-purpose flour (125g).
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Vegetable oil to fry (or use spray if baking).
# Instructions:
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Slice each mozzarella stick into three shorter pieces. Freeze them for about half an hour to keep them firm.
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Put the flour into one dish. Use another bowl for whisked eggs. Combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, seasoning, and salt in a third dish.
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Dust each frozen cheese piece in flour first, coat it with egg, then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture. For a crunchier finish, repeat the egg and breadcrumb coating.
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Lay the coated cheese pieces on a tray and freeze again for 15-20 minutes. This makes sure they don't melt when cooked.
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Warm up oil in a deep pan to 350°F. Fry the cheese bites for 1–2 minutes till they're golden. Drain them on paper towels.
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Arrange the cheese bites on a lined tray, spray lightly with cooking spray, and bake them for 8–10 minutes until their outsides are crispy.
# Notes:
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You can prep these ahead and freeze them.
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Adding a second coat of crumbs makes each bite crispier.
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They're best when served warm with a dipping sauce.