Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks (Print Format)
Spicy, cheesy sticks coated in crisp Hot Cheetos, perfect for bold snacks or entertaining spice lovers.
# Ingredients:
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1 bag (8.5 oz) Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, crushed to fine crumbs (approx. 3 cups)
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12 mozzarella string cheese sticks, cut in half
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½ cup (62.5 g) all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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4 large eggs, room temperature, whisked
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Parsley, chopped (for garnish)
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Ranch or blue cheese dressing (for dipping)
# Steps:
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Add Flamin’ Hot Cheetos to a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form.
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Set out three shallow bowls: one with flour, salt, and garlic powder; one with whisked eggs; and the third with Cheeto crumbs.
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Dip each mozzarella stick into the flour, followed by the eggs, and then the Cheetos crumbs. Repeat the egg and Cheeto coating for a thick crust.
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Place the coated sticks on parchment paper and freeze for at least 30 minutes to prevent oozing during cooking.
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Preheat your air fryer to 390°F. Spray the sticks lightly with cooking spray and air fry for 4-6 minutes until golden and crispy.