Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Experience a fiery twist on classic mozzarella sticks with this Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks recipe. Coated in crushed Flamin’ Hot Cheetos for an intense crunch and spicy flavor, these cheesy snacks are air-fried to perfection for a crispy, melty treat that’s perfect for game day or any casual gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 51 minutes
- Yield: 24 mozzarella sticks 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Coating
- 1 bag (8.5 oz) Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, crushed (approx. 3 cups)
- ½ cup (62.5 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Cheese
- 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks, cut in half
Binding
- 4 large eggs, room temperature, whisked
For Garnish and Serving
- Chopped parsley
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing, for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare Cheeto Crumbs: Add Flamin’ Hot Cheetos to a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form, creating the spicy crust for the mozzarella sticks.
- Set Up Coating Stations: Arrange three shallow bowls: one containing the flour mixed with kosher salt and garlic powder; one with the whisked eggs; and one with the crushed Cheeto crumbs.
- Coat the Cheese Sticks: Dip each mozzarella stick first into the seasoned flour, then into the whisked eggs, and finally into the Cheeto crumbs. Repeat the egg and Cheeto crumb dipping to build a thick, crunchy crust.
- Freeze the Coated Sticks: Place the breaded sticks on parchment paper in a single layer and freeze for at least 30 minutes to ensure the cheese doesn’t ooze during cooking.
- Air Fry the Mozzarella Sticks: Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (199°C). Lightly spray the sticks with cooking spray and air fry them for 4-6 minutes until they turn golden and crispy.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Notes
- Freeze the sticks for at least 30 minutes to prevent the cheese from melting too quickly and leaking out.
- Using light mozzarella sticks can make this recipe a healthier option.
- Double coating with egg and Cheeto crumbs ensures a thicker, crispier crust.
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