Description
Indulge in the ultimate snack experience with Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks! These crispy, golden delights feature a gooey, cheesy center wrapped in a crunchy layer of spicy Hot Cheetos. Perfect for game nights or movie marathons, they’re sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Dive into this easy recipe for a flavor-packed adventure!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz string cheese (low-moisture mozzarella)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 2 cups crushed Hot Cheetos
- Cooking oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare your workstation by setting up three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for crushed Hot Cheetos.
- Roll each string cheese stick in flour, ensuring it’s well-coated. Dip in the beaten eggs for an even covering.
- Crush the Hot Cheetos into fine crumbs and roll each egg-dipped cheese stick in them, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat 1-2 inches of oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C) and fry the coated sticks until golden brown—about 1-2 minutes per side.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce or ranch dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mozzarella sticks (70g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 80mg