Baked Mozzarella Sticks
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time8 minutes mins
Total Time18 minutes mins
Servings: 24 mozzarella sticks
Calories: 44kcal
- 3/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- 1 egg
- 12 light string cheese sticks cut in half
- marinara or pizza sauce for dipping
Preheat oven to 350ºF. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a small bowl, beat egg with a whisk until light and fluffy.
In another medium sized bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and pepper and stir together.
Cut each light string cheese in half. Dip cheese first in egg, then roll in breadcrumb mixture. Place on parchment covered baking sheet. Repeat until all cheese sticks are covered.
Bake in preheated oven for 5-8 minutes, or until cheese is soft and warm.
Serve right away with warmed marinara sauce. Enjoy!!
Calories: 44kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.5g | Protein: 4.5g | Fat: 1.8g | Saturated Fat: 0.9g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 136mg