Making frozen mozzarella sticks in the air fryer is so easy! Done in less than 10 minutes, they're the perfect snack or appetizer!
Frozen mozzarella sticks are a staple in our freezer! My kids love them, and I love how quick and easy they are to make using my favorite air fryer! The air fryer is an appliance that takes cooking to another level...an easier and faster method for everything. Cooking these air fryer frozen mozzarella sticks takes a fraction of the time of baking!
Pair the mozzarella sticks with the best Homemade Marinara Sauce for the perfect combo! Want a full meal- Serve them alongside these Air Fryer Hot Dogs or Air Fryer Hamburgers
How to make frozen mozzarella sticks in the air fryer:
**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**
- All you need for these is the frozen mozzarella sticks and the air fryer!
- Place the FROZEN mozzarella sticks (DO NOT THAW) in the basket in a single layer, not touching one another.
- Set the air fryer to 370 degrees and cook the mozzarella sticks for 6-8 minutes (this time might change a bit depending on your air fryer - all models are slightly different).
- Remove from the air fryer carefully, and serve with your favorite dipping sauce!
What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?
There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:
- Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
- COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation
- GoWISE USA 7 QT Air Fryer -with Dehydrator & 3 Stackable Racks, Led Digital Touchscreen
Best dipping sauces to serve with mozzarella sticks:
- Homemade Marinara Sauce is the classic mozzarella stick dip and this recipe is SO good!
- Creamy Jalapeno Ranch is a great dip to spice up the mozzarella sticks!
- Copycat Zax Sauce is a milder dip that tastes great!
- Chipotle Ranch is the perfect spicy dip for these!
Can I store and reheat the air fryer frozen mozzarella sticks?
Yes, but I do not recommend. They are best when they are cooked from frozen in the air fryer.
- If you have left over mozzarella sticks, store in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
- To reheat: add back to air fryer, and cook at 370 degrees for 2-3 minutes.
Other appetizers to serve alongside air fryer frozen mozzarella sticks:
- Air Fryer Chicken Wings are the best and crispiest wings ever! Done in less than 20 minutes, you'll never make wings another way again!
- Air Fryer Green Bean Fries (no oil recipe) are delicious and healthy!
- Air Fryer Kale Chips are the easiest and most delicious Kale Chips! Made in just minutes and super healthy (63 calories per serving), these will be your go-to snack!
- Air Fryer Avocado Fries are creamy and crunchy without any oily mess! With only a handful of ingredients, these are the perfect healthy snack or appetizer!
- Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos are perfectly crispy without any of the added oil from frying! They’re delicious, easy, and make the perfect quick meal or snack!
- Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites are the perfect appetizer! With no oil and only a handful of ingredients, they’re easy and guilt-free.
Making frozen mozzarella sticks in the air fryer is so easy! Done in less than 10 minutes, they're the perfect snack or appetizer!
- 8-12 frozen mozzarella sticks
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Place the frozen mozzarella sticks (DO NOT THAW) in the air fryer basket in a single layer, not touching one another (how many you can fit depends on the size of your air fryer but this does not change the cooking time)
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Set the air fryer to 370 degrees, and 6 minutes. Check after 6 minutes and add 1-2 more minutes if needed. Time will vary depending on model of air fryer.
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Remove from air fryer and serve immediately with dipping sauce!
*cook time is dependent on your specific model of air fryer. Test with the shortest time listed, and add time as needed. Once you know your air fryer well, you should be able to judge the cooking time for your model.
Kara
Tried this method with homemade mozzarella sticks that we keep on hand in the freezer. They turned out amazing!!
Allyson
So glad it worked out for you!
Beth
If there's one thing I love, it's super easy recipes that taste good. And that's just what this is! Mozzarella sticks are my favorite.
April
Super easy way to heat up a really great snack!
Amanda
Super easy and delicious snack or appetizer. Love these in my air fryer!
Erin | Dinners, Dishes and Dessert
It's a surely hit on our table! I'm definitely making this!
Catalina
These mozzarella sticks look irresistible! So glad to make these sticks at home!
Sandra
My kids really love this!! I will definitely make it again and again!
Alicia
My kids are literally obsessed with frozen mozzarella sticks so making them in the air fryer saves me so much time! I didn't even think of this until I saw your post!