Gluten-Free Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Total Time
37 minutes
Prep Time
30 minutes
Cook Time
7 minutes
Rating
4.6 out of 5 stars
(25)
Ingredients
2 servings
- 1/4 cup gluten-free all purpose flour (or rice, chickpea, tapioca starch)
- 1 egg (beaten)
- 1/2 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs (any variety, though I prefer panko)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup sea salt or pink salt
- 6 store-bought string cheese sticks (halved)
- oil spray (optional)
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Preparation
Step 1
Prepare ingredients by placing flour in one bowl, one beaten egg in another and breadcrumbs in another. Slice mozzarella sticks in half.
Step 2
Coat and freeze.
Step 3
Using one mozzarella stick half at a time, coat in flour, followed by egg, followed by breadcrumbs. Place on a flat tray or baking sheet. Repeat with remaining mozzarella. Place the tray or sheet into the freezer for 10 minutes.
Step 4
Coat and freeze again.
Step 5
Remove the mozzarella sticks from the freezer and coat one more time in only egg, followed by breadcrumbs. Place back onto the sheet or tray and freeze for 10 minutes longer. Preheat air fryer to 380°F.
Step 6
Air fry.
Step 7
Remove the mozzarella sticks from the freezer and place into air fryer basket or tray. Optionally, spray with a little oil. Air fry for 7 minutes or until beginning to turn golden.
Step 8
Enjoy.
Step 9
Let cool a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Step 10
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