Crispy Baked Mozzarella Sticks

Low-Fat Baked Cheese Sticks

🕒 Cook Time: 8 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 45 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 53 minutes

Description:

Ensure that the cheese sticks are generously coated with the egg/water mixture and the cereal coating to prevent the cheese from oozing out during baking. Additionally, allowing the cheese sticks to sit out for 30 minutes helps to dry out the outer crumb coating before baking. It’s crucial to finely crush the cornflakes to ensure they adhere well to the sticks. Follow these steps diligently for perfect low-fat baked cheese sticks!

Recipe Category:

Lunch/Snacks

Keywords:

Cheese, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy

Ingredients:

• 4 sticks low-fat mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 egg whites
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 cup cornflakes, crushed finely
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp garlic salt

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

   • Set the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
   • Lightly grease a medium pan lined with foil.

2. Prepare Coating:

   • In a large bowl, combine the crushed cornflakes with dried oregano and garlic salt. Mix well to combine.

3. Coating Station:

   • In one small bowl, place the all-purpose flour.
   • In another bowl, thoroughly beat the egg whites with 2 tablespoons of water.

4. Cut and Coat Cheese Sticks:

   • Cut the mozzarella cheese into 12 sticks, each approximately 2-3/4-inches in length.
   • Dip each cheese stick first in the flour, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
   • Then dip it into the egg/water mixture, making sure it’s well coated.
   • Finally, coat the cheese stick with the cereal mixture, ensuring it’s fully covered. Be generous with the coating to prevent cheese leakage during baking.

5. Arrange and Set:

   • Arrange the coated cheese sticks on the prepared baking sheet.
   • Allow the sticks to sit for 30 minutes before baking. This step helps in drying out the outer crumb coating, ensuring a crisp texture.

6. Bake:

   • Bake the cheese sticks in the preheated 400°F oven for about 8 minutes or until the cheese is soft and the sticks are lightly browned.

7. Serve:

   • Once baked, remove the cheese sticks from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
   • Enjoy your delicious low-fat baked cheese sticks as a delightful snack or a light lunch option!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 282.5
• Fat: 9.3g
• Saturated Fat: 5.8g
• Cholesterol: 36.3mg
• Sodium: 581.1mg
• Carbohydrates: 32.1g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 3.7g
• Protein: 18.2g

Notes:

• These low-fat baked cheese sticks are perfect for a quick snack or a light lunch option.
• Feel free to double the recipe if you want to make more cheese sticks for a larger gathering or to save some for later.
• Ensure that the cheese sticks are thoroughly coated with the egg and cereal mixture to prevent any cheese leakage during baking.
• Serve these delicious cheese sticks with your favorite dipping sauce for an extra burst of flavor. Enjoy!