Baked Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Baked Mozzarella Cheese Sticks - crispy cheese sticks coated with Japanese panko and baked to golden perfection. Easy peasy recipe that everyone loves!
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 69kcal
Ingredients
- 1 package reduced-fat mozzarella string cheese
- 1 egg beaten
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 8 tablespoons Japanese panko or bread scrumbs
- 1/2 cup prepared marinara sauce warmed (optional)
Instructions
- Position rack in upper third of oven and preheat oven to 350°F (176°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Remove the mozzarella cheese from the packaging and set aside. In a small non-stick skillet, mix Italian seasoning with panko and place over medium heat. Cook and stir bread crumbs until lightly browned.
- Dip each string cheese in the egg until coated and then into the toasted panko, to coat evenly. Redip the string cheese in egg and again into the panko. Place on baking sheet. Repeat until everything is used up.
- Bake 5-6 minutes or until heated through. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Notes
Cheese may melt slightly and loose shape. Simply press it back into place.
Nutrition
Serving: 6people | Calories: 69kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 216mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g