Description
Doritos-Crusted Mozzarella Sticks deliver a crispy, cheesy twist on classic appetizers. Crunchy Doritos coating meets gooey mozzarella, creating an irresistible snack you’ll devour in seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 Mozzarella cheese sticks
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 cup Crushed Doritos (choose your favorite flavor)
Binding Ingredients:
- 2 Eggs, beaten
Cooking Ingredient:
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare a trifecta of coating stations using shallow dishes: one for all-purpose flour, another for crushed Doritos chips, and a third for breadcrumbs. Whisk eggs in a separate bowl until thoroughly blended.
- Transform each mozzarella stick into a crispy delight by first rolling it generously in flour, ensuring a complete and even dusting while shaking off any excess powder.
- Submerge the flour-coated cheese stick into the whisked eggs, allowing a complete egg wash that will help subsequent coatings adhere perfectly.
- Roll the egg-covered stick through the crushed Doritos, pressing gently to ensure maximum chip coverage and creating a vibrant, crunchy exterior.
- For an ultra-crispy texture, repeat the egg and Doritos coating process, building multiple layers of flavor and crunch.
- Arrange the fully coated mozzarella sticks on a clean plate, then transfer to the freezer for 30-45 minutes. This crucial chilling step helps solidify the coating and prevents cheese from leaking during frying.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pan to 375°F (190°C), using a digital thermometer to maintain precise temperature.
- Carefully lower the chilled cheese sticks into the hot oil, working in small batches to maintain oil temperature and prevent overcrowding.
- Fry each batch for 1-2 minutes, rotating to achieve an evenly golden-brown and crispy exterior.
- Extract the fried mozzarella sticks using a slotted spoon, allowing excess oil to drip back into the pan.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb residual oil and allow slight cooling.
- Serve immediately alongside marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or your preferred dipping condiment for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Crush Doritos finely to ensure an even, crispy coating that sticks perfectly to the mozzarella sticks.
- Freezing the coated cheese sticks is crucial for preventing cheese from oozing out during frying, creating a golden, crunchy exterior.
- Double-dipping in eggs and Doritos creates an extra-thick, super-crunchy layer that elevates the texture and flavor dramatically.
- Use a deep-fry thermometer to maintain the exact oil temperature, guaranteeing a perfectly crisp exterior without burning.
- Drain on paper towels immediately after frying to remove excess oil and keep the coating wonderfully crisp.
- Serve immediately while hot and melty for the ultimate cheesy, crunchy snack experience that will impress everyone.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 421 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 623 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg