Wondering what the best dipping sauces for mozzarella sticks are? I’ve got you covered with this handy guide of 12+ easy sauce recipes.
Elevate your mozzarella stick game with these irresistible dipping sauces. From the classic marinara to the tangy BBQ and unique Asian fusion, there’s a dipping sauce for every palate.
Whether you prefer a kick of spice, a burst of sweetness, or a creamy and indulgent experience, these sauces will take your mozzarella stick snacking to new heights.
So go ahead, get dipping, and enjoy the cheesy deliciousness!
Wondering what to serve with your meal? Try one of these 25+ sides for mozzarella sticks!
PS – These dipping sauces are not only delicious with mozzarella sticks, but they’re also great with pizza, toasted ravioli, chicken tenders and chicken wings too!
The BEST Mozzarella Stick Dipping Sauces
Simple Marinara Sauce
Starting off with a classic, marinara sauce is a timeless choice for mozzarella sticks. Its rich tomato base, enhanced with garlic, herbs, and a touch of sweetness, complements the cheesy goodness perfectly.
Marinara Sauce
Creamy Garlic Sauce
Indulge in the decadence of a creamy garlic sauce. This velvety delight, made with butter, garlic, and cream, provides a rich and savory experience that pairs flawlessly with mozzarella sticks.
Creamy Garlic Sauce
Sun Dried Tomato Cream Sauce
Make this 15-minute Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Sauce to instantly transform your pasta, chicken, or seafood into a gourmet meal! It’s luxurious and easy to make with cream, sun dried tomatoes, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese.
Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Sauce
Easy BBQ Sauce
Add a twist to your mozzarella sticks with a tangy barbecue sauce. Its smoky flavor and slight sweetness will provide a delightful contrast to the creamy cheese, resulting in a lip-smacking combination.
Tangy BBQ Sauce
Parmesan Cream Sauce
This 15-minute Parmesan Cream Sauce is the ultimate condiment for cheese lovers. Parmesan cheese, garlic, and heavy cream are swirled together in a skillet to give you a silky smooth and decadent sauce for pasta, chicken, and more.
Parmesan Cream Sauce
Restaurant Ranch Dressing
Ranch dressing lovers, rejoice! The cool and creamy goodness of ranch complements the warm mozzarella sticks beautifully. The blend of herbs and buttermilk in ranch dressing adds a refreshing element to the indulgent snack.
Creamy Ranch
Red Wine Pasta Sauce
This quick and easy Red Wine Sauce is made with simple ingredients, and it’s one of the best ways to use leftover red wine!
Red Wine Sauce
Arugula Pesto
Bring a taste of Italy to your mozzarella sticks with zesty pesto sauce. Made with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil, this vibrant sauce infuses your cheesy delights with a burst of aromatic flavors.
Zesty Pesto
Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
Strike a perfect balance between sweet and tangy by dipping your mozzarella sticks into a honey mustard sauce. The combination of smooth honey and zesty mustard creates a harmony that will leave you craving more.
Honey Mustard
Chipotle Crema
Add a touch of smoky heat to your mozzarella sticks with a chipotle sauce. Made from chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, mayonnaise, and lime juice, this spicy, smoky delight brings a Southwestern flair to your snack time.
Smoky Chipotle
Buffalo Wing Sauce Recipe
Fans of Buffalo wings will love this tangy and spicy option. Buffalo sauce, made with hot sauce, melted butter, and a touch of vinegar, gives your mozzarella sticks a fiery kick that's hard to resist.
Buffalo Sauce
Steakhouse Blue Cheese Dressing Recipe
Pair the creaminess of blue cheese with the cheesy goodness of mozzarella sticks. The distinct flavor of blue cheese provides a unique and indulgent dipping experience that will leave you wanting more.
Creamy Blue Cheese
Fra Diavolo Sauce
Diavolo sauce is a fantastic option for dipping mozzarella sticks. Diavolo, meaning "devil" in Italian, is a spicy tomato-based sauce that adds a fiery kick to your snack. The combination of crushed tomatoes, garlic, red pepper flakes, and herbs creates a bold and intense flavor profile that pairs exceptionally well with the mild and creamy mozzarella sticks.
Diavolo Sauce
Balsamic Reduction (Balsamic Glaze)
Learn how to make Balsamic Reduction with just 2 ingredients! This easy, 20-minute recipe turns balsamic vinegar and an optional sweetener into a thick, glossy, and tangy-sweet syrup that’s perfect for drizzling on salads, veggies, meats, desserts, and more.
Balsamic Glaze
Jalapeño Ranch
Jalapeño Ranch is perfect as a dressing, dip or sauce. It’s creamy with a distinct herby flavor but its subtle spicy kick is what keeps you coming back for more!
Jalapeno Ranch
How to make ahead and store
Many of these dipping sauce recipes can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few days. Simply check the individual recipes for full storing instructions and details on how to make ahead.
What to serve with mozzarella sticks
- Pizza
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12+ BEST Sauces for Mozzarella Sticks
Wondering what the best dipping sauces for mozzarella sticks are? I’ve got you covered with this handy guide of 12+ easy sauce recipes. Try this easy 30 Minute Marinara Sauce. Using basic ingredients & only 1 pot.
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Serves 4 people
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 28-ounce can San Marzano whole tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 large fresh basil sprig
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (plus additional, to taste)
- ½ teaspoon sugar (plus additional, to taste)
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
For Serving (optional):
Instructions
- In a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and saute about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add the tomatoes (with their juices), basil sprig, oregano, sugar, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium-high heat. Then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and continue to simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, and using a sturdy spoon to crush the tomatoes as they cook.
- Remove and discard the basil sprig. Season with additional salt and sugar, to taste. (If you prefer a smooth sauce, you can also purée it with an immersion blender, blender or food processor until it reaches your desired consistency.)
Notes
This sauce keeps well, covered and refrigerated, for up to 5 days. Freeze it for up to 3 months.
Note: Amount of sugar needed will depend on the sweetness of your tomatoes, so be sure to season to taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 67kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 582mg | Potassium: 9mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 4mg
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