Copycat Applebee's Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

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You know we can relate when we say that one bite of Applebee’s mozzarella sticks is not enough. Our taste buds just cannot easily forget the oozing cheesiness of that fried mozzarella. You can even serve this scrumptious dish with a marinara sauce dip for additional flavor and fun! With our copycat recipe, you will not have to worry again about just how many mozzarella sticks at Applebees you can have before missing it again. Now you can always make more of it at home!

The mild but flavorful and semi-tangy taste of mozzarella makes it the best cheese for cheese sticks. Mozzarella cheese sticks are fitting for even the most delicate of palates, so it’s no wonder why Applebee’s cheese sticks are such a hit. Mozzarella sticks are great for the entire family. Serve them as an appetizer at a party or have them as snacks before a movie. This Applebee’s copycat recipe can be the right appetizer for any occasion because they’re oozing with cheesy goodness.

How To Make Copycat Applebee's Mozzarella Sticks

Our take on Applebee’s mozzarella sticks tastes exactly as how you had it at the restaurant. Have milky, stretchy, and mild oozing cheesy goodness that will always leave your palate happy and satisfied. This will be your next favorite recipe for mozzarella sticks!

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 20 mins

Total: 30 mins

Makes:

Ingredients

15 oz mozzarella cheese, block, cut into 1 oz fingers & chilled
8 pcs eggs, beaten
5 cups breadcrumbs, store-bought or homemade
1 cup whole-wheat flour
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
8 cups vegetable oil

To Serve:

¼ cup sour cream and sweet chili sauce, per serving

For Garnish:

parsley, chopped

Instructions

Prepare your breading station. One bowl has your eggs and another has your breadcrumbs.
In a mixing bowl, combine your flour, and garlic, and onion powders. Stir to combine.
Dredge each mozzarella stick in flour, dip in egg, and then coat with breadcrumbs. Place this onto your lined baking sheet. Repeat until you have coated all your mozzarella sticks this way.
Preheat the oil ready for frying. Line your wire racks with a baking sheet.
Deep fry in batches until golden brown, then drain your mozzarella sticks on a lined wire rack.
Serve immediately with sauce of your choice.

Recipe Notes

You can serve these copycat Applebee’s with marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Sugar: 3g
:
Calcium: 266mg
Calories: 1573kcal
Carbohydrates: 41g
Cholesterol: 30mg
Fat: 156g
Fiber: 3g
Iron: 3mg
Monounsaturated Fat: 19g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g
Potassium: 157mg
Protein: 15g
Saturated Fat: 124g
Sodium: 553mg
Vitamin A: 244IU
Vitamin C: 1mg

Nutrition Disclaimer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do mozzarella cheese sticks melt?

Yes, they do. The thinner mozzarella sticks are, the easier they melt. They melt at around 30 to 90 degrees F. For this reason, we still recommend that you freeze breaded mozzarella sticks before frying. This is to make sure the breadcrumbs cling more to the cheese, creating a thicker coating that prevents the cheese from bursting out.

Can you fry Applebee’s mozzarella sticks without breading?

Yes, you can. High melting point type of cheeses like mozzarella and others like provolone and halloumi can keep their shapes when fried using a deep fryer or skillets.

Conclusion

If you’re wondering how to make mozzarella sticks with ease, then why not do it with the famous Applebee’s mozzarella sticks recipe? Be amazed and satisfied every time you make this cheesy and savory dish!