With holiday parties coming up, more than likely you are looking for easy appetizer ideas. We recently went to an appetizer party where that’s all we ate, and these were a huge hit!
These mozzarella sticks have a zesty twist everyone will love! They are great paired with some homemade ranch or marinara sauce, or all on their own. They get even better as they cool down!
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Ingredients
- 3 lbs Mozzarella cheese
- 15oz plain Breadcrumbs
- 3 tbs parmesan
- 2 tbs onion powder, divided
- 2 tbs garlic powder, divided
- 2 tbs Italian seasoning
- 4 cups flour
- 1 tbs black pepper
- 3 1.6 oz packets buffalo wings seasoning, divided
- 10 eggs
- ¼ cup buttermilk
- ¼ cup milk
Instructions
- Cut cheese into 1 oz strips. Set aside.
- Mix breadcrumbs, parmesan, 1 tbs onion powder, 1 tbs garlic powder, and Italian seasoning in a large bowl.
- In a separate bow mix together flour, black pepper, 2 packs of buffalo seasoning, 1 tbs onion powder, and 1 tbs garlic powder.
- In a third bowl, beat together eggs, milk, buttermilk, and 1 packet buffalo wings seasoning.
- Dredge Mozzarella strips in egg mixture first, then flour, eggs again, and finally breadcrumbs. Place breaded cheese onto a pan lined with parchment paper. After breading all cheese, place pan in freezer for at least one hour. *
- Preheat deep fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Fry frozen Mozzarella sticks for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on cooling rack over a pan lined with paper towels.
Notes
* To store in freezer long term, place mozzarella sticks into an air tight container after original hour of freezing. Can be stored for up to 3 months. Fry as usual when ready to prepare.
What is your favorite appetizer to share (or not)? Let us know in the comments!