How to Make Low-Fat Mozzarella Sticks
Make these delicious mozzarella sticks without the added calories.
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You Will Need
- 1/4 c. high-fiber cereal
- Italian seasoning
- Salt
- Pepper
- String cheese
- Egg whites
- Marinara or pizza sauce, for dipping
- Equipment:
- Blender
- Non-stick baking sheet
- Non-stick cooking spray
- Fat-free soy string cheese (optional)
Steps
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Step 1
Blend
Blend the cereal in the blender to a fine, bread-crumb-like consistency, and then pour it in a bowl.
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Step 2
Add seasoning
Add the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and set it aside.
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Step 3
Cut mozzarella sticks
Cut the string cheese sticks in half.
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Use fat-free soy string cheese if you prefer.
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Step 4
Dip the sticks
Dip each cheese stick in the egg whites, and then roll it in the cereal mixture. Shake off the excess crumbs, and then dip the sticks in the egg whites and cereal mixture a second time.
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Step 5
Place on a baking sheet
Spray a non-stick baking sheet with cooking spray and place the cheese sticks on the sheet.
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Step 6
Bake
Bake the sticks in an oven preheated to 375 degrees for 10 minutes. Serve them with your favorite marinara or pizza sauce.
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Fresh buffalo mozzarella is made from the milk of a water buffalo.
