Description
Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks are the ultimate snack for cheese lovers craving a bold twist. These crispy, cheesy delights feature gooey mozzarella enveloped in a crunchy Hot Cheetos crust, making them perfect for game nights or movie marathons. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, they’re sure to be a hit at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 string cheese sticks (mozzarella)
- 1 cup Hot Cheetos (crushed finely)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (whisked)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, another with whisked eggs, and the last with crushed Hot Cheetos.
- Roll each cheese stick in flour, then dip into the egg wash, ensuring an even coating.
- Coat each stick with crushed Hot Cheetos, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the coated sticks in batches for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with marinara sauce or ranch dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks (56g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 140mg