Description
Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks are the ultimate snack for spice lovers! These crunchy, cheesy delights combine gooey mozzarella with the fiery crunch of Hot Cheetos, creating a flavor explosion that will have everyone reaching for more. Perfect for game day, movie nights, or any gathering, this easy recipe ensures you can whip up a crowd-pleaser in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 pieces string cheese
- 1 cup Hot Cheetos (crushed)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Freeze string cheese sticks for 30 minutes to maintain shape during frying.
- Crush Hot Cheetos in a plastic bag until fine.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with crushed Hot Cheetos mixed with panko.
- Dip each cheese stick in flour, then egg, and finally coat with the Hot Cheeto mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F. Fry cheese sticks until golden brown (2-3 minutes).
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mozzarella sticks (100g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix spices into the panko coating. Experiment with different cheeses like pepper jack for extra kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat in the oven at 375°F for crispy results.