Pepper Jack Cheese Sticks

Total Time:Prep: 10 min. + standing Cook: 20 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Darlene Brenden

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Oct. 16, 2022

"If you see a group of people huddled around an appetizer table, it's probably because they're feasting on these fun snacks," writes field editor Darlene Brenden of Salem, Oregon. "The cornflakes give them a crisp coating, and the soft creamy center has just enough kick to liven up any party."

TEST KITCHEN APPROVED

Pepper Jack Cheese Sticks

Yield:2-1/2 dozen
Prep:10 min
Cook:20 min

Ingredients

  • 1 pound block pepper Jack cheese
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 3 cups crushed cornflakes
  • Oil for deep-fat frying
  • Salsa and guacamole
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Directions

  1. Cut cheese into 2-3/4x1/2-in. sticks. Place the flour, eggs and cornflakes in three separate shallow bowls. Coat cheese sticks with flour; dip in egg, then roll in cornflakes until well coated. Let stand for 5 minutes.
  2. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Cook cheese sticks in batches for 30 seconds or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Let stand for 3-5 minutes. Serve with salsa and guacamole.
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