Air Fryer Hot Cheetos Mozzarella Sticks

A fiery and crispy twist on a classic snack, perfect for satisfying your cheesy, spicy cravings!

⏲️ 8 minutes
🌡️ 375°F (190°C)

Ingredients

  • 🧀Mozzarella string cheese sticks(12)
  • 🌶️Hot Cheetos(2 cups, crushed)
  • 🍚All-purpose flour(1/2 cup)
  • 🥚Eggs(2, beaten)
  • स्प्रेCooking spray

Instructions

  1. 1.Unwrap the mozzarella string cheese sticks.
  2. 2.Place the crushed Hot Cheetos in a shallow dish.
  3. 3.Place the flour in another shallow dish.
  4. 4.Place the beaten eggs in a third shallow dish.
  5. 5.Dredge each mozzarella stick in flour, then dip in egg, and finally roll in the crushed Hot Cheetos, pressing to coat thoroughly.
  6. 6.Place the coated mozzarella sticks on a plate and freeze for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape.
  7. 7.Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  8. 8.Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
  9. 9.Place the frozen mozzarella sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. You may need to cook them in batches.
  10. 10.Air fry for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey. Flip them halfway through cooking.
  11. 11.Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce (ranch or blue cheese works great to cool the spice!).
"Why did the Hot Cheeto break up with the Mozzarella Stick? Because he couldn't handle the heat, and she was too cheesy!"