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Keto Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks

5 March, 2022 by Stacey 9 Comments

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Keto Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks are simple to prepare, crisp and golden, low carb breaded, and air-fried cheese sticks.

You only need a few common ingredients to make these tasty snacks and only 2g net carbs per serving of 4 sticks.

Low Carb Air Fried and breaded cheese sticks.Pin

Delicious, crisp, low carb, Italian breaded sticks filled with melted mozzarella cheese are perfect for dipping in low-carb marinara sauce or ranch dressing.

An air fryer mozzarella stick pulled apart to  show the melted cheese inside.   Pin

This was inspired by my Keto Air Fryer Onion Rings on this site.

Keto Air Fryer Onion Rings
Keto Air Fryer Onion Rings are crisp and delicious, low-carb breaded, golden onion rings that are perfect for dipping in sugar-free ketchup.
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The secret to making these breaded cheese sticks in the air fryer is to prepare them and freeze them before cooking them in the air fryer.

A keto mozzarella stick dipped in marinara sauce.Pin

Everyone simply adores these yummy, keto air fryer mozzarella sticks.

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Ingredients for Shopping

  • Mozzarella String Cheese Sticks or mozzarella block low moisture and part-skim
  • Large Eggs
  • Grated Parmesan
  • Almond Flour
  • Dried Oregano
  • Fresh Parsley, chopped

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

Line a freezer-safe plate with parchment paper. Set aside

Cut the mozzarella string cheese sticks in half or if using a regular mozzarella block, cut them into 3-inch x ½-inch strips.

Slicing the string cheese sticks.Pin

Set out 2 medium bowls, one with the beaten eggs and one with the grated parmesan, dried oregano, and almond flour mixed together.

Mixing the breading for the cheese sticks.Pin

Dip the mozzarella cheese sticks in the egg wash, then roll the sticks in the breading to coat. Repeat this process to make sure the mozzarella sticks are fully coated.

Dipping the sticks into the egg wash and rolling in the breading.Pin

Place the sticks on the prepared plate and freeze for at least an hour or overnight for best results.

Placing cheese sticks in the freezerPin

When frozen and ready, place the sticks into the Air Fryer rack. Don’t overfill your basket, the mozzarella sticks must not touch each other, so if your Air Fryer is small, do this process in batches.

Air fry for 7 to 10 minutes on 390ºF (198℃) turning them halfway through cooking time, carefully.

Air frying the mozzarella sticks.Pin

Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately with low-carb marinara for dipping if desired.

Serving the mozzarella sticks.Pin

Hint:  Don’t overfill your air fryer basket, the mozzarella sticks must not touch each other, so if your Air Fryer is a small size, then fry them in small batches.

Variations

  • Spices - Try using different spices like garlic powder for a different variety of flavors.

Equipment

For best results, I used an air fryer for this recipe.

Storage

Store any leftovers in a covered container in the freezer, and reheat in air fryer again to crisp.

Top tip

For the best results be sure freeze the prepared sticks in the freezer for a few hours to overnight before air frying.

📖 Printable Recipe Card

An air fryer mozzarella stick pulled apart to show the melted cheese inside.Pin

Keto Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks

Keto Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks are simple to prepare, crisp and golden, low carb breaded, and air-fried cheese sticks.
4.91 from 11 votes
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Prep Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine air fryer, Italian
Servings 4
Calories 240 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 8 Mozzarella String Cheese Sticks or 1lb mozzarella block low moisture and part-skim
  • 2 large Eggs beaten
  • ⅓ cup Grated Parmesan
  • ½ cup Almond Flour
  • 1 teaspoon dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Parsley chopped

Instructions
 

  • Line a freezer-safe plate with parchment paper. Set aside
  • Cut the mozzarella string cheese sticks in half or if using a regular mozzarella block, cut them into 3-inch x ½-inch strips.
  • Set out 2 medium bowls, one with the beaten eggs and one with the grated parmesan, dried oregano, and almond flour mixed together.
  • Dip the mozzarella cheese sticks in the egg wash, then roll the sticks in the breading to coat. Repeat this process to make sure the mozzarella sticks are fully coated.
  • Place the sticks on the prepared plate and freeze for at least an hour or overnight for best results.
  • When ready, place the sticks into the Air Fryer rack. Don’t overfill your basket, the mozzarella sticks must not touch each other, so if your Air Fryer is small, do this process in small batches.
  • Air fry for 7 to 10 minutes on 390ºF (198℃) turning them halfway through cooking time, carefully.
  • Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately with low-carb marinara for dipping if desired.

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Notes

*All Nutritional Data are estimates based on the products I used*
Yield: 16 sticks, Servings:4, Serving Size: 4 sticks, Net Carbs per Serving: 2g, Amounts per Serving-

Nutrition

Serving: 4sticksCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 23gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 123mgSodium: 436mgFiber: 0gSugar: 0g
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Food safety

  • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
  • Never leave cooking food unattended
  • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
  • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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  1. Donny

    March 14, 2022 at 9:25 am

    5 stars
    Never would've thought to try this on my own but this recipe works so well! Just like the real thing!

    Reply
  2. Shelby

    March 08, 2022 at 2:51 pm

    5 stars
    This was such a fun recipe to make for my kiddos! it ended up a really fun appetizer before our regular movie night!

    Reply
  3. nancy

    March 08, 2022 at 11:10 am

    5 stars
    i know what i'm making my kid for snacks today! thanks for this.

    Reply
  4. MEGAN

    March 08, 2022 at 5:53 am

    5 stars
    Just wanted to tell you how good these are. I love the parmesan and oregano in the coating, and of course, mozzarella sticks are so nostalgic and delicious that this is such a fun recipe to have made for the air fryer, because I'd never make them at home otherwise. Thanks!!!!

    Reply
  5. Jenn

    March 07, 2022 at 10:27 am

    5 stars
    I love these! They were so light and crispy and delish and bonus points for being low in carbs! Delish!

    Reply
  6. Holley

    March 07, 2022 at 10:26 am

    5 stars
    So easy to make and very tasty! Great recipe!

    Reply
  7. Jess

    March 07, 2022 at 10:12 am

    5 stars
    Is there anything the Air Fryer can't do?! This is fabulous!

    Reply
  8. Heather

    March 07, 2022 at 9:51 am

    5 stars
    so good - i tried before and they just melted too much - the freezer tip was the key! thanks!

    Reply
  9. Jen

    March 07, 2022 at 9:48 am

    5 stars
    This hit the spot! They were crispy and cheesy! Yum!

    Reply

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