How to Make Easy Baked Mozzarella Sticks

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Prepare to bake.

   Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and then position oven rack to the top third of the oven.
   
   Place aluminum foil over a baking sheet and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
   
   Remove cheese sticks from individual wrappers and set aside.
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   Step 2: Beat egg in a small separate bowl.

   Consider using either a very shallow bowl or even a plate to hold the egg.
   
   You will be rolling the cheese stick in the egg so you want a bowl/plate that will provide decent coverage. , Like with the egg, you may want to just combine the ingredients in a bowl, but then place crumb mixture on a plate for easier coating. , Dip cheese stick in the egg, covering the stick completely with egg. ,, The double dipping will give more of a “fried” feel to the cheese sticks. ,,, Bake for five to six minutes, or until golden brown.
   
   Cheese may melt, so push the cheese back into place, and into the cheese stick shape. , Allow baked cheese sticks to cool slightly before serving.
   
   Enjoy your easy baked mozzarella sticks.
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   Step 3: Combine panko crumbs and Italian seasoning in a separate bowl.

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   Step 4: Make cheese sticks.

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   Step 5: Roll in breadcrumb mixture

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   Step 6: coating every inch of the cheese stick.

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   Step 7: Re-roll cheese stick in egg and then back into the breadcrumb mixture.

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   Step 8: Place covered cheese stick on baking sheet.

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   Step 9: Repeat the process with other cheese sticks.

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    Step 10: Spray coated cheese sticks (lightly) with cooking spray and then place in oven.

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    Step 11: Enjoy!

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