Air Fryer Mozzarella Fingers (Printable Version)

Golden, crispy mozzarella cheese fingers air fried for a tasty, shareable snack with warm marinara.

# What You Need:

→ Bread & Cheese

01 - 8 slices white sandwich bread
02 - 8 slices mozzarella cheese or 7 oz block mozzarella, cut into sticks

→ Coating

03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 2 tablespoons milk
05 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
06 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ For Serving

10 - 1 cup warmed marinara sauce

# Steps:

01 - Preheat air fryer to 390°F for 3 minutes.
02 - Trim crusts off bread slices. Lay out 4 slices, top each with mozzarella, then cover with remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
03 - Press sandwiches firmly and cut each into three finger-sized sticks.
04 - Whisk eggs and milk together in a shallow bowl.
05 - Combine panko, Parmesan, Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
06 - Dip each sandwich finger into egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
07 - Place coated fingers in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Work in batches if necessary.
08 - Cook for 4 minutes, flip fingers, then air fry for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until golden and crispy.
09 - Serve immediately with warmed marinara sauce for dipping.

# Expert Pointers:

01 -
  • Healthier twist with air frying
  • Perfect for dipping and sharing
02 -
  • Lightly spray fingers with olive oil before air frying for extra crunch
  • Substitute cheddar or fontina for mozzarella for a flavor twist
03 -
  • Use gluten-free bread and breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free
  • Best enjoyed immediately for maximum crispiness
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