Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks Recipe (Print Version)
Spicy, cheesy Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks with ranch or blue cheese dip. Perfect snack in minutes!
# Ingredients:
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8.5 ounces (approximately 6 cups) flaming hot Cheetos, crushed to about 3 cups
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12 mozzarella string cheese sticks, halved
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½ cup (62.5 g) all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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4 large eggs, room temperature
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Chopped parsley, for garnish
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Ranch or blue cheese dressing, for dipping
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat oil for frying in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
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Set up a breading station: in one bowl, mix all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and garlic powder. In another bowl, whisk the eggs. In a third bowl, place the crushed Hot Cheetos.
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Dip each mozzarella stick into the flour mixture, then into the egg wash, and finally coat with the crushed Hot Cheetos.
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If baking, arrange the coated mozzarella sticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden and crispy. If frying, carefully lower the mozzarella sticks into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
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Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.