Gluten-Free Baked Ham & Cheese Mozzarella Sticks For Spring
A delicious and easy recipe for gluten-free baked ham and cheese mozzarella sticks, perfect for a spring snack or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 16 mozzarella sticks 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese sticks
- 4 ounces sliced ham
- 1 cup gluten-free panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose gluten-free flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the mozzarella cheese sticks in half.
- Wrap each piece of cheese with a slice of ham.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with gluten-free flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with gluten-free panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each ham-wrapped cheese stick first in the flour, then in the egg, and finally in the panko breadcrumbs, ensuring they are well coated.
- Place the coated mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
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Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add Italian seasoning to the panko breadcrumbs.
- These mozzarella sticks can be served with marinara sauce for dipping.
- Make sure to use gluten-free certified ingredients to ensure the recipe is completely gluten-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg