Frozen Mozzarella Sticks in Air Fryer

5 from 2 votes

From frozen to fresh, mozzarella sticks can be done in 10 minutes. The air fryer makes this appetizer a snap. Done with ease, crispy outer shells and soft melty centers make the perfect mozzarella sticks. Enjoy now!

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time5 mins

Total Time10 mins

Course: Air Fryer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Air Fried, Air Fryer, frozen foods, frozen mozzarella sticks, ninja foodi

Servings: mozzarella sticks

Calories: 83kcal

Author: Trisha Haas - Salty Side Dish

Ingredients

frozen mozzarella sticks
marinara sauce for dipping optional

Instructions

Preheat air fryer for 5 minutes at 360 degrees.
Place frozen cheese sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket and heat for 5 minutes, at 360 degrees.
Remove finished and air fried mozzarella sticks carefully from basket using tongs.
Serve immediately while still hot and melty.
Sauces that go great with cheese sticks are marinara and ranch.

Notes

This recipe uses Farm Rich Breaded Mozzarella Sticks, which are slightly smaller than restaurant sized homemade mozzarella sticks as most frozen ones are. This 10 oz. package had 2.5 servings per box. 5 sticks is one serving.

What dips go great with mozzarella sticks?

The best thing about these frozen cheese sticks is the sauce for dipping! If you are wondering what sauces to serve with air fryer frozen mozzarella sticks, here are some of our very favorite ways to chow down.

Tomato Sauce
Greek Yogurt Veggie Dip
Homemade Marinara Sauce
BBQ Sauce
Homemade Ranch Dip
Thick Ranch Dressing
Blue Cheese Dressing
Hot Sauce
Pizza Sauce

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