Healthy Baked Mozzarella Sticks

Prep Time 10 mins

Rest Time 60 mins

Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: American

Courses: Appetizer

Difficulty: Beginner

Cooking Temp: 425 F

Servings: 24

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Dietary: Nut Free, Refined Sugar Free, Soy Free

Ingredients

2 tbsp flour
1 egg
1 cup breadcrumbs (I like Kooshy sourdough breadcrumbs as a cleaner option. You can also use almond flour if gluten free)
2 tsp parsley
2 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tbsp basil
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
12 mozzarella sticks (cut in half)
Marinara sauce, ranch, or favorite dip for serving

Instructions

1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2
Add the flour to a small shallow bowl.
3
Crack the egg into a separate shallow bowl and whisk until smooth.
4
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs (or almond flour) with parsley, Italian seasoning, basil, oregano, garlic powder, sea salt, and pepper.
5
Coat each mozzarella stick in the flour, then dip into the egg, and finally coat evenly in the breadcrumb mixture.
6
Arrange the coated mozzarella sticks on the prepared baking sheet.
7
Freeze for at least two hours. Overnight is best to prevent the cheese from melting too quickly.
8
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
9
Bake on the top rack for 3 to 5 minutes, flip carefully, then bake another 3 to 5 minutes until golden and crisp.
10
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.

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