You’ll need one shredded and one in stick form. I like using any ol’ bag of pre-shredded cheese (the shreds are tossed in starch, which helps cut down on bitterness) and a classic string cheese.

Tips If you prefer to use the oven, place the breaded string cheese in the freezer for at least 2 hours or up to overnight. Bake the frozen sticks at 400° for 6 to 8 minutes, until browned and melty.

For an extra creamy string cheese snack, try Kroger Mozzarella String Cheese. According to the Test Kitchen’s Josh Rink, “this one is buttery and smooth” with hints of brininess. Our testers ...

You can swap string cheese for these Happy Belly sharp cheddar sticks for a more robust stuffed crust. Pair your cheddar stuffed crusts with your favorite barbecue sauce brand, shredded chicken ...

Homemade mozzarella sticks aren't so hard to make, you don't even need a deep-fryer to pull them off. Just make sure never to use this cheese.