Muscle Momma Sourdough

Sourdough Mozzarella Sticks– A Fun Twist on a Classic Comfort Food

Sourdough, for me, is all about having fun and experimenting. I’ve always loved Chili’s mozzarella sticks, but one day I thought—why not make them at home, and why not use my homemade sourdough bread? Then came these Sourdough Mozzarella Sticks. They turned out even better than I imagined. They were so fun to make and truly filled my cup. It was one of those moments where I could just sit back and not take the world so seriously—because let’s be real, no one can be mad with a mozzarella stick in hand.

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What You’ll Need:

• 1 – 2lb block of low-moisture mozzarella
• Half of a stale loaf of sourdough bread- cubed (for breadcrumbs)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• Oil spray for air frying or neutral oil for frying

If you need a good sourdough recipe, here is my master recipe!

Homemade Sourdough Breadcrumbs

1. Toast cubed sourdough at 350°F for about 15–20 mins until dry.
2. Cool and pulse in a food processor until finely ground.
3. Mix in:
   • 1 tsp garlic powder
   • 1 tsp onion powder
   • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
   • 1/4 tsp black pepper
   • 1/2 tsp salt
   • Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan for extra flavor

Cut & Prep the Mozzarella

1. Slice the mozzarella block into thick strips (about 1/2″ wide, 3–4″ long).
2. Freeze the strips for 30 minutes to help hold their shape when breaded.

Breading Process (Double-Dipped for Chili’s-Style Crunch)

Set up 3 bowls:

• Bowl 1: 1/2 cup flour
• Bowl 2: 3 eggs + 1/4 cup milk (whisked)
• Bowl 3: Seasoned sourdough breadcrumbs

Steps:

1. Coat frozen cheese strip in flour
2. Dip in egg wash
3. Coat in breadcrumbs
4. Repeat: egg wash → breadcrumbs again (for thick, crispy crust)

Freeze Before Cooking

Place breaded mozzarella sticks on a parchment-lined plate or tray and freeze for at least 1 hour. You can also transfer to a freezer bag and store for up to 2 months.

How to Cook

Deep Fry:

• Heat oil to 350°F
• Fry 3–5 strips at a time for 1–2 mins until golden brown
• Drain on a baking rack

Air Fryer:

• Preheat to 400°F
• Spray sticks with oil
• Air fry 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway

Let cool slightly and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

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These are best served immediately but can be reheated if you want to take them to a party and share! In my experience, the sourdough breadcrumbs keep them crispy even hours later.

If You Like This, Try This:

• The Easiest Sourdough Discard Crackers – a simple, crunchy recipe that turns your sourdough discard into the perfect snack for dipping or munching.