Fried Mozzarella Sticks Made with Fresh Milled Flour

There’s just something nostalgic and irresistible about fried mozzarella sticks with fresh milled flour—that golden crunch, the pull of deep fried cheese, and the way they disappear the second they hit the table. This version takes things up a notch by using fresh milled flour in the breading station, giving these crispy bites a richer flavor and heartier texture than anything from a freezer box. Made with simple string cheese and pantry staples, these are one of those easy appetizers that feel extra special without being complicated. The key? Using high-quality mozzarella and taking a little care when breading so every bite fries up perfectly crisp. Whether you’re planning game-day snacks or just craving something cozy, bookmark this cheese recipe for next time you want a crowd-pleaser. Once you try these, they just might earn a permanent spot on your list of best appetizer recipes.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword mozzarella sticks

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Freeze Time 1

Total Time 1 16

Servings mozzarella sticks

Calories 151kcal

Ingredients

1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs 70 grams
2 eggs
⅔ cups fresh milled soft white wheat flour finely milled (77 grams)
12 mozzarella sticks
Coconut oil or beef tallow for frying
Marinara sauce for dipping

Instructions

Add the flour in a shallow dish.
Add the eggs to a shallow dish and beat them.
Add the breadcrumbs to a shallow dish.
Place a wire rack on a baking sheet.
Roll each mozzarella stick in the flour, then in the eggs, then roll in the breadcrumbs to fully coat them.
Place the mozzarella sticks on the prepared sheet and freeze for 1 hour.
Fill a large pot about 3-4 inches deep with oil or tallow and bring it to 350 degrees F.
Fry sticks until golden brown, about 30 seconds to 1 minute then flip and cool for another 30 seconds to 1 minute on the other side. Make sure they are not touching and watch closely so they don’t burn.
Remove from the oil and place back on the wire rack for the excess oil to drip off.
Serve with marinara sauce.

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