Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks

Ingredients

• 1 (12-ounce) package mozzarella cheese sticks, each stick unwrapped and cut in half to make 12 sticks
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 cup marinara sauce, for serving

Description

1. Before frying, place the halved cheese sticks on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, assemble the breading and get out the air fryer.

2. Whisk the mayonnaise and egg together in a medium bowl. Place the flour, breadcrumbs, onion, and garlic powder in a large bowl and whisk to combine.

3. Working in batches of 6, roll the frozen cheese sticks in the mayo-egg mixture to coat, then in the flour mixture. Return the coated cheese sticks to the parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining cheese sticks. Return the baking sheet to the freezer for 10 minutes.

4. Heat the air fryer to 370°F. Fry 6 the mozzarella sticks for 5 minutes -- it is important not to overcrowd the air fryer. Repeat with the remaining sticks and serve warm with the marinara for dipping.