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Flamin' Hot Cheetos Mozzarella Sticks

These cheesy sticks are crunchy on the outside and gooey on the inside, with a spicy twist thanks to Flamin' Hot Cheetos, making them a perfect snack or appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mozzarella Sticks
  • 8 pieces Mozzarella string cheese Cut into sticks if not pre-cut.
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten.
  • 1/2 cup Flour For breading.
  • 2 cups Crushed Flamin’ Hot Cheetos To coat the mozzarella sticks.
  • as needed Oil spray or oil for cooking For baking or frying.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat oil in a frying pan.
  2. Cut mozzarella string cheese into sticks if not already pre-cut.
  3. Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with crushed Flamin’ Hot Cheetos.
Coating
  1. Dip each mozzarella stick first into the flour, then into the eggs, and finally coat with the crushed Cheetos.
  2. Place the coated sticks on a baking sheet or in the frying pan.
Cooking
  1. If baking, spray with oil and bake for about 8-10 minutes until crispy and golden.
  2. If frying, cook until golden brown on all sides.
Serving
  1. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

For extra crunch, double coat the mozzarella sticks by dipping them in flour and eggs again before coating them with Cheetos. Experiment with different types of cheese or add spices for a flavor twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.