Keto Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Delicious and crispy Keto Mozzarella Sticks perfect for a low-carb snack or appetizer. These mozzarella sticks are coated in a flavorful almond flour and Parmesan crust, then cooked to golden perfection using your choice of air frying, baking, or shallow frying. Enjoy a gooey, cheesy treat that fits your ketogenic lifestyle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes plus freezing time
- Cook Time: 6 minutes (air fryer) / 10 minutes (oven) / 5 minutes (frying)
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes including freezing
- Yield: Serves 3 (2 mozzarella sticks per serving) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 6 mozzarella sticks (200g), halved
Breading
- 1 large egg, beaten
- ½ cup (56g) almond flour
- ½ cup (45g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1–2 tbsp (7–14g) coconut flour
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Prep Cheese: Cut the mozzarella sticks in half and place them in the freezer for at least 1 hour to ensure they are firm and will not melt too quickly during cooking.
- Breading Station: Set up two bowls; beat the egg in one bowl, and in the other, combine almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, coconut flour, sea salt, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning to create the breading mixture.
- Coat Sticks: Dip each frozen mozzarella stick half into the beaten egg, then roll it thoroughly in the flour mixture to coat. For a thicker crust, repeat the egg and flour dipping process once more on each stick.
- Freeze Again: Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a tray and freeze them for 30 to 60 minutes to help the coating adhere and prevent cheese from oozing during cooking.
- Cook – Air Fryer Option: Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Arrange the sticks in a single layer and air fry for 5 to 6 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Cook – Oven Option: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the sticks on a baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until they turn crisp and golden.
- Cook – Frying Option: Heat oil in a shallow pan to 350°F (175°C). Shallow fry the mozzarella sticks until they become golden and crisp, then transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve: Allow the mozzarella sticks to cool briefly before serving. Pair with a low-carb marinara sauce for dipping to complement the cheesy goodness.
Notes
- Freezing the mozzarella sticks before and after breading helps prevent the cheese from melting too much during cooking.
- For an even crispier crust, double-dip the sticks by repeating the egg and flour coating.
- Use a low-carb marinara sauce to keep the recipe keto-friendly.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your air fryer or oven model.
- Shallow frying provides the crispiest texture but adds extra calories compared to air frying or baking.
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