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

Description
~10 Mozzarella Sticks
Fully Plant-Based & Dairy-Free!
Ingredients
Cashew Mozzarella
Breading Station
Optional for Serving
Instructions
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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.
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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.
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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!