🧀 Crispy Fried Cheese Sticks (Homemade Mozzarella Sticks)

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🧀 Crispy Fried Cheese Sticks (Homemade Mozzarella Sticks)

Makes: 12–16 sticks
Prep Time: 15 minutes + 30 minutes chilling
Cook Time: 5–8 minutes (frying)

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🛒 Ingredients:

For the Cheese Sticks:

• 12–16 string cheese sticks (or mozzarella sticks cut into halves if too long)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch, or regular)
• 1 tsp dried parsley (optional, for color & flavor)
• ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut oil — enough to fill a pot 2–3 inches deep)

For Serving (Optional):

• Marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or spicy aioli

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