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Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks

Spicy Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks for Ultimate Snacking Fun

These Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks are a must-try snack that combines the iconic crunch of flaming hot Cheetos with gooey mozzarella cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Breading
  • 2 cups Flaming hot Cheetos crushed
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
For the Cheese
  • 12 sticks Mozzarella string cheese sticks
  • 2 large eggs
For the Finish
  • 1/4 cup Parsley, chopped for garnish
  • 1 cup Ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowls
  • food processor

Method
 

How to Make Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Crush the flaming hot Cheetos into fine crumbs.
  3. Set up your breading station: flour, whisked eggs, and crushed Cheetos.
  4. Dredge each mozzarella stick in flour, then dip in eggs, and roll in crushed Cheetos.
  5. Arrange the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 2sticksCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra crunch, serve with a side of crushed Cheetos.

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