Lightened Up Baked Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

I know, I know, these probably aren’t the most healthiest snack to eat, but sometimes you gotta have a mozzarella stick. I am a sucker for mozzarella sticks! So it makes me happy when I can find a way to lighten up a favorite snack.

Lightened Up Baked Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

I promise you won’t miss the deep fried version of this recipe. They are that good!!!

Lightened Up Baked Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

These can easily be made ahead and kept frozen, then heated up for a quick snack. Be sure to serve them immediately so the cheese stays melted. Your family is going to love them!

Lightened Up Baked Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

Lightened Up Baked Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Serves 12
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Prep Time
30 min
Cook Time
8 min
Total Time
38 min
Prep Time
30 min
Cook Time
8 min
Total Time
38 min
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
239g
Amount Per Serving
Calories 750
Calories from Fat 497
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 57g
87%
Saturated Fat 35g
177%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 16g
Cholesterol 217mg
72%
Sodium 1008mg
42%
Total Carbohydrates 10g
3%
Dietary Fiber 0g
1%
Sugars 3g
Protein 50g
Vitamin A
34%
Vitamin C
0%
Calcium
132%
Iron
4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
  1. 12 string cheese sticks
  2. 1 large egg, beaten
  3. 2 tablespoons flour
  4. 4 tablespoons Italian bread crumbs
  5. 4 tablespoons Panko
  6. 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
  1. Cut cheese sticks in half and place in the freezer until cheese is frozen. This step is important so the cheese doesn't melt all over the place while baking.
  2. In a small bowl whisk the egg. In another bowl add the flour. And in a third bowl add breadcrumbs, panko, and Italian seasonings.
  3. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line baking sheet with foil and lightly spray with cooking spray. Set aside.
  4. Dip frozen cheese sticks in flour, shaking of excess, then dip into the egg, and then dip into bread crumbs.
  5. Repeat with the rest of the cheese sticks. Place on baking sheet and lightly spray tops of mozzarella sticks with cooking spray.
  6. Bake in the bottom third of the oven for 4-5 minutes. Turn and bake for an additional 4-5 minutes. Watch closely so they don't melt.
  7. Serve with your favorite marinara sauce.
Adapted from Skinnytaste
Adapted from Skinnytaste
Kim's Healthy Eats https://www.kimshealthyeats.com/
Enjoy!

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