The history of our favorite little gooey, cheesy snack is quite interesting (and up for debate). They’re believed to date back to a recipe from 15th-century France(!!). While this original recipe would not resemble the mozzarella stick of today, the basic ingredients and instructions are likely linked. Mozzarella sticks earned their status among the fried food hall of fame in America during the 1970s and 1980s when popular hang-out spots started serving them to customers. Once people tasted crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside fried cheese, the dish spread like wildfire.