Crispy Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks (Printable Version)

Golden crispy mozzarella sticks with melty centers, ready in minutes from your air fryer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Frozen Snacks

01 - 16 frozen mozzarella sticks

→ For Serving (Optional)

02 - 1 cup marinara sauce, warmed
03 - Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
02 - Arrange the frozen mozzarella sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each stick.
03 - Air fry for 6–8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden and crispy.
04 - Remove immediately and let cool for 1–2 minutes before serving.
05 - Serve with warm marinara sauce and garnish with fresh basil if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These come out impossibly crispy with zero deep frying mess
  • They reheat from frozen to perfect in under ten minutes flat
02 -
  • I learned the hard way that overcrowding leads to uneven cooking and sad, soggy spots
  • The 2 minute cooling period is not optional, or you will lose all your precious cheese
03 -
  • Do not be tempted to double batch, even if your air fryer seems big enough
  • Leftovers do not reheat well, so just cook what you will eat immediately
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