Spicy Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Spicy Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks are crispy, cheesy, and slightly fiery snacks perfect for quick dinners, game nights, or weekend indulgences. Serve with ranch or blue cheese for dipping.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8.5 ounces Flaming Hot Cheetos crushed (about 3 cups)
- 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks cut in half
Breading Station
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 large eggs room temperature
Finishing & Serving
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F for baking, or heat oil to 350°F in a deep fryer or heavy pan for frying.
- Arrange three bowls: in the first, mix flour, kosher salt, and garlic powder; in the second, whisk eggs; in the third, place crushed Hot Cheetos.
- Individually coat each halved mozzarella stick in the seasoned flour, dip into the egg wash, then roll in crushed Cheetos until fully covered.
- For baking: place coated sticks on a parchment-lined sheet and bake 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp. For frying: carefully lower sticks into hot oil and fry 2–3 minutes until golden brown, turning as needed.
- Transfer hot sticks to a platter, garnish with parsley, and serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing. Enjoy immediately for best texture.