Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks
Elevate your snacking game with these Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks! Crunchy on the outside and gooey on the inside, each stick is coated in fiery Hot Cheetos for an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for parties, game nights, or a fun movie marathon, these cheesy delights are sure to be a hit with family and friends. Get ready for a wild ride of taste!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 5 servings (10 sticks) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz low-moisture mozzarella string cheese (about 10 sticks)
- 1 cup finely crushed Hot Cheetos
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup canola oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare your workspace with shallow plates and a frying pan or deep fryer.
- Unwrap the mozzarella sticks and let them sit at room temperature.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with crushed Hot Cheetos.
- Coat each cheese stick in flour, dip it into the egg mixture, then roll it in the crushed Hot Cheetos until fully covered.
- Heat canola oil in the frying pan over medium heat until it reaches about 350°F.
- Fry the cheese sticks in batches for 1-2 minutes per side or until golden brown; then transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mozzarella sticks (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: To customize your flavor profile, consider adding garlic powder or paprika to the flour mixture. For a spicier kick, opt for pepper jack cheese instead of mozzarella. Ensure your oil is hot enough before frying to achieve optimal crispiness.