You can make your own melty mozzarella bites with just 5 ingredients. Use an air fryer for no-fail baking and enjoy this classic snack. Half the recipe for a smaller crowd or freeze extra for later.
Cut each string cheese stick into 12 pieces. Toss with the cornstarch to coat the cheese and place on a parchment lined baking sheet. Freeze for 30 minutes or more.
Cut marble sized pieces of pizza dough and cover with plastic wrap or a towel.
Cut marble sized pieces of pizza dough and cover with plastic wrap or a towel.
Working with 6 to 8 pieces at a time, encase each piece of cheese inside two pieces of pizza dough, by gently pressing one on either side of the cheese like a sandwich. Seal the edges by pinching together. Form into a patty or disk.
Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with Parmesan.
Place the bites in the air fryer on the non-stick tray. Bake for 5 to 6 minutes until just turning golden and dough is cooked. Remove and serve immediately with marinara, or keep in a warm oven for 10 to 15 minutes.
Repeat the process with all the mozzarella bites. See Freezing Note below.
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Notes
Freezing Note: Make and bake mozzarella bites. Freeze cooked bites in a zip-top bag for up to a month. When ready to eat, heat air fryer to 275ºF and cook bites for 5 to 6 minutes until heated and cheese is melted.