Description
Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks are the ultimate cheesy snack that packs a spicy punch! These fun and fiery treats combine gooey mozzarella with a crispy, vibrant coating made from crushed Hot Cheetos. Whether you choose to bake or fry them, they’re perfect for any gathering or movie night. Serve them with your favorite dips, and watch as they become the star of the show. Easy to make and customize, these mozzarella sticks are sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8.5 ounces flaming hot Cheetos (crushed)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks (cut in half)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F for baking or heat oil in a deep fryer to 350°F.
- Set up three bowls: mix flour, salt, and garlic powder in one; whisk eggs in the second; and place crushed Hot Cheetos in the third.
- Coat each cheese stick first in the flour mix, then dip into the egg wash, and finally coat with crushed Hot Cheetos.
- For baking: Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. For frying: Fry in hot oil for about 2-3 minutes until golden.
- Serve hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks & Appetizers
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mozzarella sticks (approx. 56g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 185mg