Preparation Steps

• Cut each mozzarella stick in half to yield 24 pieces. Place cheese pieces in the freezer until frozen.
• In a small bowl, whisk the egg. Place the flour in a separate shallow dish.
• In another bowl, combine Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, panko crumbs, parmesan cheese, and dried parsley.
• Dip frozen mozzarella pieces into flour, shaking off excess, then into the beaten egg, and finally coat with breadcrumb mixture.
• Repeat coating process with all pieces and place them on a tray lined with wax paper.
• Freeze the breaded mozzarella bites for at least 1 hour to prevent melting while baking.
• Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly spray with olive oil cooking spray.
• Arrange frozen mozzarella bites on the prepared baking sheet. Spray tops lightly with olive oil.
• Bake on the bottom third of the oven for 4 to 5 minutes until golden and crisp, then carefully turn and bake for another 4 to 5 minutes, watching closely to avoid melting.