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Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks

Irresistible Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks with a Kick

Discover the bold flavors of Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks, a perfect crowd-pleaser appetizer that's easy to make.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mozzarella Sticks
  • 12 sticks Mozzarella Sticks Creamy, frozen sticks or cut fresh mozzarella
  • 12 slices Bacon Thin slices for easy wrapping
For the Spicy Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Hot Sauce e.g., Frank's RedHot
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust for spice preference
  • 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Assembly
  • 12 pieces Toothpicks To secure bacon around mozzarella

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pastry brush
  • Toothpicks

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wrap each mozzarella stick tightly with a slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick, and place on the baking sheet.
Spicy Sauce
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together hot sauce, melted butter, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
Baking
  1. Brush each bacon-wrapped mozzarella stick generously with the spicy sauce.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes until bacon is crispy and cheese is melting.
  3. Cool for 2 to 3 minutes, remove toothpicks, and serve warm with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stickCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 12gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 150mgVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use thin-cut bacon for best results and customize spice level in the sauce to suit your taste. Serve with ranch or blue cheese for extra flavor.

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