Crispy Cashew Mozzarella Sticks 

Servings: 1 Total Time: 50 mins
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Have you ever wanted to make your own mozzarella sticks at home, but dairy-free? These Crispy Cashew Mozzarella Sticks are golden, cheesy, and completely dairy-free! Made with a creamy homemade cashew mozzarella and coated in crunchy panko, they’re the perfect plant-based appetizer or snack — air-fried (or baked) to crispy perfection. I am legit addicted to these!

Crispy Cashew Mozzarella Sticks 

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Prep Time 30 mins Cook Time 20 mins Total Time 50 mins
Servings: 1
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Description

~10 Mozzarella Sticks
Fully Plant-Based & Dairy-Free! 

Ingredients

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Cashew Mozzarella

Breading Station

Optional for Serving

Instructions

  1. Prep Mozzarella

    Add cashews mozzarella ingredients to a blender.
    Blend until smooth.
    Pour mixture into a saucepan over medium heat.
    Whisk vigorously for 3-5 minutes until thick and stretchy.
    Transfer to a dish and freeze for 30-40 minutes.

  1. Set Up Breading Station

    Prepare 3 bowls:
    Bowl 1: Flour
    Bowl 2: Plant-Based milk + 3 tbsp cornstarch (whisked)
    Bowl 3: Panko bread crumbs
    Line an air fryer tray with parchment paper.

  1. Bread & Cook

    Roll chilled mozzarella into 1-inch cylinders (makes ~10).
    Dredge each cylinder: Flour then Corn milk mixture then Panko until fully coated.
    Air fry at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden (or bake 20 mins at 400°F).
    Serve warm with marinara sauce!