Air Fried Mozzarella Sticks

2 large eggs

2⁄3 cup whole-wheat panko

bread crumbs

1 tsp. garlic powder

1 tsp. dried oregano

1 tsp. dried basil

1 tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt)

1 (12-oz.) package reduced-fat low-moisture mozzarella cheese sticks, halved, frozen

1. Line a 9 x 13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper; lightly coat

with spray. Set aside.

2. Place eggs in a medium mixing bowl; lightly beat. Set aside.

3. Add bread crumbs, garlic powder, oregano, basil, and salt to a

separate medium mixing bowl; whisk to combine.

4. To bread, dip one mozzarella stick in eggs; roll in bread crumb

mixture to coat, being sure to coat ends as well. Place on prepared

sheet; repeat with remaining mozzarella sticks. Freeze for 30 minutes.

5. Repeat breading process; freeze for an additional 30 minutes.

6. Preheat air-fryer to 400° F.

7. Place mozzarella sticks in basket in a single layer (work in batches, if

necessary); lightly coat with spray. Air-fry for 3 to 4 minutes, or until

crispy, but not leaking cheese into basket. Repeat with remaining

mozzarella sticks (if necessary). Serve warm.