Description
Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks are a delicious appetizer that combines the savory flavor of bacon with the gooey goodness of mozzarella cheese, creating a crispy delight that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mozzarella sticks
- 12 slices of bacon
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup of breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wrap each mozzarella stick with a slice of bacon, securing the ends with toothpicks if necessary.
- In a shallow bowl, mix the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
- Dip each bacon-wrapped mozzarella stick first in the flour mixture, then in the beaten eggs, and finally in the breadcrumbs, ensuring they are well coated.
- Place the coated sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add herbs or spices to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
- These can also be deep-fried for a different texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stick
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg