Description
Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks are the ultimate indulgent snack that combines gooey mozzarella with a crunchy, spicy Hot Cheeto coating. Perfect for parties or game nights, these irresistible sticks are sure to impress your guests and elevate your snacking game. With each bite delivering a burst of flavor and heat, they’re an unforgettable treat that’s easy to prepare and customize.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, whisked
- 2 cups crushed Hot Cheetos
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut mozzarella sticks in half for easier handling.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with crushed Hot Cheetos.
- Roll each cheese stick in flour, dip in egg, then coat with Hot Cheetos.
- Place coated sticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 30 minutes to ensure crispiness.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F. Fry cheese sticks in batches until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mozzarella sticks (56g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 125mg