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Baked mozzarella sticks

Recipe Information

Description:
Baked mozzarella sticks is a delicious American recipe usually served as a side dish. It requires about 20 minutes of prep time and about 10 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 30 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 20 Minutes
Cook Time 10 Minutes
Total Time 30 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Cheese
Category Dairy
Meal Lunch; Dinner; Snack
Type Side Dish; Appetizer
Cuisine American
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • One 12-ounce package reduced-fat mozzarella cheese sticks (string cheese)

  • 1 egg

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • 8 tablespoons panko bread crumbs

  • 1/2 cup prepared marinara sauce, warmed (optional)

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Cover a baking sheet with foil and coat with cooking spray.

  • Whisk egg in a small bowl. In a small skillet, combine the Italian seasoning with bread crumbs and cook 5 minutes over medium heat until slightly browned.

  • Coat a piece of string cheese with the egg mixture, then roll in the toasted bread crumbs. Repeat with remaining string cheese, laying each piece about two inches apart on the baking sheet. Coat pieces with cooking spray.

  • Bake until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 180 cal

  • Total fat: 7g

  • Saturated fat: 4g

  • Cholesterol: 50mg

  • Sodium: 450mg

  • Carbohydrate: 7g

  • Fiber: 0g

  • Protein: 14g