A low carb keto mozzarella sticks recipe with a crispy outside and gooey, cheesy inside? YES! Keto cheese sticks need just 6 ingredients – super easy!
These keto cheese sticks are super easy to throw together, with just six ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen.
While they are wonderful for parties, low carb mozzarella sticks also happen to fulfill a junk food craving even if you’re at home by yourself or with your family – without actually eating junk food. They’re packed with protein, fiber, and calcium, so you’re actually getting nutrients when eating these.
I originally made these keto mozzarella sticks baked, but have since updated the recipe a bit to make the breading more crispy if you want to fry them and include pork rinds in the breading And if you still prefer to bake ’em or avoid the pork rinds, there’s an option for that below as well.
Of course, the best part is that these low carb mozzarella sticks are so darn easy. Seriously, anyone could make these. My young daughter even helped me out with the stirring and dipping!
How To Make Keto Mozzarella Sticks
Prep ingredients. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Prepare three bowls: coconut flour, whisked egg, and almond flour mixed with pork rinds (this is the breading mixture).
- Bread the mozzarella sticks. Dredge mozzarella in coconut flour first – this helps the egg wash stick. Dip it in the egg, then roll in almond flour breading mixture until coated well.
TIP: Use one hand for the dry dredging and breading, and the other hand for the wet egg wash. This will help keep the breading bowl dry so that the breading sticks.
Freeze the low carb mozzarella sticks. This is an important step, otherwise the cheese will melt during cooking and keeping the keto cheese sticks in one piece will be impossible.
Cook cheese sticks. Once they are frozen solid, you can bake or fry the keto cheese sticks. Both options work, but check the FAQ below on why I prefer one of the methods over the other.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you make them in an air fryer? Yes, you can! I recommend using the same method as these air fryer mozzarella bites. You’ll just need to swap the high carb breading with the kind in this keto mozzarella sticks recipe instead. However, if you want to bake the mozzarella sticks, you absolutely can and they are still delicious – just not quite as crispy. You’ll just need to swap the high carb breading with the kind in this keto mozzarella sticks recipe instead. However, if you want to bake the mozzarella sticks, you absolutely can and they are still delicious – just not quite as crispy.
Are mozzarella sticks keto? No, most mozzarella sticks are made with flour so aren’t low carb. But don’t worry, you can still enjoy cheese sticks on keto. Just make this mozzarella sticks keto friendly recipe instead!
Can I make them vegetarian? Yes, you can I recommend using the same method as these air fryer mozzarella bites.
. Simply omit the pork rinds and use all almond flour instead of 1/2 and 1/2. (The almond-flour-only version is shown in the video on the recipe card below.) They will be slightly less crispy this way.
Can I make the breading nut-free? Yes, you can. Simply omit the almond flour and use only pork rinds.
Is there a difference between baking vs frying mozzarella sticks? Yes, there is a difference, and it’s especially noticeable in keto mozzarella sticks without breadcrumbs. If possible, I highly recommend frying in oil (no need to deep fry) to get the crispiest, browned exterior. Most of the pictures in this post, including the one below, are the fried version.
Low Carb Keto Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
A low carb keto mozzarella sticks recipe with a crispy outside and gooey, cheesy inside? YES! Keto cheese sticks need just 6 ingredients – super easy!
Prep:10 minutes
Cook:8 minutes
Total:18 minutes
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Mozzarella string cheese (each cut in half)
- 2 tbsp Coconut Flour *
- 1 large Egg (beaten)
- 1/2 cup Blanched Almond Flour
- 1/2 cup Crushed pork rinds
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp Garlic powder (optional) - Oil for frying (optional)
Instructions
Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Place coconut flour in a small bowl. Beat the egg in a second small bowl. Mix the almond flour, pork rinds, and Italian seasoning in a third bowl.
Dredge each piece of mozzarella in coconut flour. Dip it in the egg, shaking off the excess. Roll in the almond flour mixture until well coated, then place on the lined cookie sheet. Repeat with all the mozzarella (don’t let the pieces touch on the cookie sheet).
Place the cookie sheet in the freezer for at least one hour, or until ready to bake. (Don’t skip this step! It’s necessary to prevent the cheese from oozing out during baking.)
Frying instructions (recommended):Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, fry the mozzarella sticks in a single layer, 1-2 minutes per side. They are done when they are golden brown and soft inside when pressed gently.Baking instructions:Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Take the cookie sheet out of the freezer and place in the oven (preferably onto the second rack from the lowest). Bake for 4-5 minutes, until the bottom side is golden. Flip and bake for 3-4 more minutes, until golden on the other side.
Recipe Notes
Serving size: 4 low carb mozzarella sticks
- Store: Keep in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or a hot skillet until gooey.
- Meal prep: Since they need freezing before cooking, they’re perfect to make ahead—just fry or bake when ready!
- Freeze: Freeze before cooking, then bake or fry straight from frozen when you’re ready to enjoy.
- Note on nutrition info: You’ll have some leftover coconut flour, so I left it out of the nutrition calculations—but the difference is minimal either way. If you’re frying, keep in mind the oil isn’t included in the nutrition facts.
Nutrition Facts
Amounts per serving. Serving size in recipe notes above.
Calories250
Fat18.6g
Protein16.8g
Total Carbs5.9g
Net Carbs3.8g
Fiber2.1g
Sugar0.5g
I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy.
