Ingredients
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 large eggs1 tablespoon water1 cup dry bread crumbs2-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper12 sticks string cheeseCooking spray1 cup marinara sauce or meatless pasta sauce, warmed
Preparation
Place flour in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, beat eggs and water. In a third shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and pepper. Coat cheese sticks with flour, then dip in egg mixture and coat with bread crumb mixture. Repeat egg and bread crumb coatings. Cover and freeze for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Preheat air fryer to 400°. Place cheese in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown and heated through, 6-8 minutes, turning halfway through cooking and spritzing with additional cooking spray. Allow to stand 3-5 minutes before serving. Serve with marinara or pasta sauce for dipping.
