Whisk eggs and water in a small bowl.

Combine bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and pepper in a plastic bag.

Coat mozzarella cheese sticks in flour.

Dip the floured cheese sticks into the egg mixture.

Coat the cheese sticks with the bread crumb mixture.

Repeat the egg and bread crumb coatings for a thicker crust.

Cover the coated cheese sticks and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Place the chilled cheese sticks on an ungreased baking sheet.

Drizzle melted butter or margarine over the cheese sticks.

Bake in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, or until heated through and golden brown.

Let the cheese sticks stand for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Serve with heated marinara or spaghetti sauce for dipping.

Enjoy!