The Toastie Press™ lets you make crispy, melty mozzarella sticks without frying or using oil, making them a lighter and cleaner alternative to the traditional version. The even heat creates a golden exterior while melting the cheese perfectly inside — with no splatter, no greasy mess, and minimal cleanup. It’s a faster, healthier way to enjoy a classic comfort snack using simple ingredients you can feel good about serving.
No-Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Homemade Mozzarella Sticks Without the Fryer (Crispy & Melty)
Love mozzarella sticks but not the grease and heavy oils that come with deep frying? These no-fryer, homemade mozzarella sticks give you the same crispy outside and melty center — without using any oil.
Made with simple bread, real mozzarella, and a quick egg wash, this recipe creates a golden, crunchy coating using heat instead of grease. That means fewer unnecessary fats, less mess in your kitchen, and a lighter snack you can feel good about serving your family.
They’re perfect for after-school snacks, game-day spreads, or anytime you’re craving comfort food with a healthier twist. Serve them warm with marinara sauce and enjoy classic mozzarella stick flavor — made better at home.
Equipment
Ingredients:
- 8 slices sandwich bread, crusts removed
- 4 mozzarella string cheeses
- 1 large egg
- Marinara sauce, for dipping
Directions:
- Prepare the Bread: Remove the crusts from each slice of bread, and use a rolling pin to flatten each slice until thin and flexible.
- Make the Egg Wash: Crack the egg into a small bowl and whisk until smooth. Lightly brush one side of each flattened bread slice with the egg wash.
- Prep the Cheese: Trim each string cheese to fit inside the bread, leaving about ½ inch of space on both ends.
- Assemble the Mozzarella Sticks: Place a piece of cheese near one edge of the bread. Roll tightly around the cheese.
- Seal the Edges: Halfway through rolling, fold in the sides. Finish rolling, then fold the sides in again to fully seal the cheese inside.
- Cook in the Toastie Press ™: Place the assembled mozzarella sticks seam-side down into the toastie press. Clamp shut. Use the Toastie Press setting on your Revolution toaster (set it to High). Press Start.
- Cool and Serve: Carefully remove and let cool for 1 minute. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Watch the Step-by-Step Video
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Why You’ll Love These No-Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
- No deep frying or air fryer required
- Crispy on the outside, melty on the inside
- Made with simple pantry ingredients
- Ready in under 10 minutes
- Kid-approved and freezer-friendly
Why Make Homemade Mozzarella Sticks in the Toastie Press?
Toaster Compatibility
This recipe was written for Revolution InstaGLO® 2.0 toasters, including the R180 Connect Plus Smart Toaster, R180 Connect Smart Toaster, and R90 Digital Toaster. If you’re using an older model, you may need to tweak the instructions to get the same results.
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