Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks: The Ultimate Comfort Snack
A delicious and spicy twist on the classic mozzarella stick, perfect for snack lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Hot Cheetos, crushed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 pound mozzarella cheese sticks
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare a breading station with flour, eggs, and crushed Hot Cheetos.
- Dip mozzarella sticks in flour, then in beaten eggs, and finally coat with Hot Cheetos.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry breaded mozzarella sticks until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Remove from oil and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add spices to your egg wash.
- These can be baked instead of fried for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 120mg