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    Home » Newest Recipes! » Air Fryer » Frozen Mozzarella Sticks in Air Fryer

    Frozen Mozzarella Sticks in Air Fryer

    Published: Feb 11, 2021 · Modified: Sep 24, 2022 by Aubrey · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Air fryer frozen mozzarella sticks are super crispy, fast and make the perfect easy appetizer, quick side dish or game day snack! 

    If you love easy air fryer recipes, be sure to check out my Air Fryer Potato Skins, Frozen Chicken Tenders in Air Fryer and Frozen Sweet Potato Fries in Air Fryer.

    mozzarella sticks on a white pate next to a side dish or marinara sauce and a blue napkin

    This post may contain affiliate links which means I may receive commissions if you choose to purchase through this link (at no extra cost to you).

    Why do I love my air fryer? Let me count the ways! The air fryer cooks up all kinds of delicious food quickly and to crispy, crunchy perfection! Plus, quick cleaning your air fryer after each use is super easy.

    Farm Rich mozzarella sticks, Walmart mozzarella sticks, Kroger mozzarella sticks and TGIF mozzarella sticks all cook up ready well in the air fryer so don’t worry too much about what brand to buy.

    If you are looking for delicious and crispy crunchy appetizers for football season or all year round, be sure to check out my Air Fryer Tater Tots, Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Wings, Air Fryer Frozen Potstickers, Air Fryer Frozen French Fries and Air Fryer Pizza Rolls!

    Why this recipe works

    • Frozen mozzarella sticks in the air fryer cook up fast and crispy!
    • Quicker than the conventional oven and less cleanup.
    • Super delicious appetizer or side! Great during football season or on Super-bowl game day, frozen mozzarella cheese sticks in air fryer are a great choice.

    Ingredients to make this recipe

    Frozen Mozzarella Sticks: There are many brands of mozzarella sticks available at most grocery stores such and Farm Rich mozzarella sticks, TGIF mozzarella sticks and Walmart mozzarella sticks (Great Value Brand). Any brand of frozen mozzarella sticks will work great in your air fryer.

    Marinara or pizza sauce for dipping (Optional): You might also love my Chicken Wing Sauce! It is sweet and spicy and great for dipping anything!

    How long to cook frozen mozzarella sticks in air fryer

    mozzarella sticks in air fryer basket
    1. Preheat air fryer to 400°
    2. Arrange mozzarella sticks in fryer basket in single layer.
    3. Cook on 400° for 5-6 minutes.
    4. Depending on your air fryer, the size of your fryer basket and amount of pizza rolls in the basket, you can shake the basket and cook for an additional 1 minutes until you reach your desired level of crispness as needed.
    5. Allow to cool before eating as insides will be very hot.
    front of air fryer showing preheat temperature gauge

    Pre-Heating Air Fryer: I recommend pre-heating air fryer. However, if you choose not to pre-heat, add about 3-4 minutes to your cook time.

    Check for crispiness at the end of your cook time and add additional cook time as needed until your air fryer mozzarella sticks reach desired level of crispiness.

    Farm Rich Mozzarella Sticks (frozen): Follow instructions above.

    FAQ and expert tips

    How long do you air fry frozen mozzarella sticks?

    You air fry frozen mozzarella sticks for about 5-6 minutes on 400 degrees. Be sure to preheat your air fryer prior to cooking.

    What temperature do you cook mozzarella sticks in an air fryer?

    The best temperature to cook frozen mozzarella sticks in an air fryer is 400 degrees. This allows the mozzarella sticks to get crispy on the outside and warm and gooey on the inside.

    How do I preheat my air fryer?

    You preheat your air fryer by turning on the preheat setting to the temperature you wish to cook on, very similar to preheating your oven.

    How do you make Costco mozzarella sticks?

    You make Costco mozzarella sticks in the air fryer by cooking for about 5-6 minutes on 400 degrees. Be sure to preheat your air fryer prior to cooking.

    What goes well with mozzarella sticks?

    Mozzarella sticks go well with a size of marinara or pizza dipping sauce. You might also enjoy dipping them in chicken wing sauce.

    mozzarella sticks on a white pate next to a side dish or marinara sauce and a blue napkin

    Looking for the best air fryer side dishes?

    • Air Fryer Tater Tots
    • Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Wings
    • Air Fryer Frozen French Fries
    • Air Fryer Pizza Rolls
    • Air Fryer Corn Dogs

    Need a few more delicious dinner ideas?

    • Bavette Steak
    • Wagyu Burger
    • Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup

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    mozzarella sticks on a white pate next to a side dish or marinara sauce and a blue napkin
    mozzarella sticks on a white pate next to a side dish or marinara sauce and a blue napkin

    Frozen Mozzarella Sticks In Air Fryer

    Air fryer frozen mozzarella sticks are super crispy, fast and make the perfect easy appetizer, quick side dish or game day snack!  Ready in less than 10 minutes!
    5 from 37 votes
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    Course: Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 15 mozzarella sticks
    Calories: 80kcal
    Author: Aubrey
    Cost: $2

    Equipment

    • Air fryer

    Ingredients

    • 15 Mozzarella sticks As many as fit in a single layer in your air fryer basket without crowding.
    • 1 cup Optional: Marinara or pizza sauce for dipping

    Instructions

    • Preheat air fryer to 400°
    • Arrange mozzarella sticks in fryer basket in single layer.
    • Cook on 400° for 5-6 minutes.
    • Depending on your air fryer, the size of your fryer basket and amount of pizza rolls in the basket, you can shake the basket and cook for an additional 1 minutes until you reach your desired level of crispness as needed.
    • Allow to cool before eating as insides will be very hot.

    Notes

    Pre-Heating Air Fryer: I recommend pre-heating air fryer. However, if you choose not to pre-heat, add about 3-4 minutes to your cook time. Check for crispiness at the end of your cook time and add additional cook time as needed until your air fryer mozzarella sticks reach desired level of crispiness.
    Farm Rich Mozzarella Sticks (frozen): Follow instructions above.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 6g | Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 220mg | Vitamin A: 4IU | Calcium: 20mg
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    My name is Aubrey. I am a busy lawyer and momma. While I am passionate about both, I have a place in my heart for great food and want to share it with other food lovers!

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    1. Santana

      July 01, 2021 at 8:37 pm

      5 stars
      Now that I have made frozen mozzarella sticks in the air fryer I am never going back to cooking in the oven. Quicker and crispier. Thank you!

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