Spice Up Game Day with Hot Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks

Enjoy savory Hot Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks, perfect for game day or gatherings, combining crispy bacon with gooey cheese.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 sticks

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Mozzarella Sticks

12 sticks Mozzarella Sticks The heart of this dish, providing gooey, cheesy goodness.
12 slices Bacon Wraps the mozzarella perfectly, adding a crunchy texture.

For the Spice Mixture

1 cup Hot Sauce Frank's Red Hot is a popular choice for flavor.
2 tablespoons Butter Melted, helps the spice blend stick.
1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust for heat preference.
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adds smokiness.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Offers aromatic depth.
1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adds savory notes.
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Enhances all flavors.

For Assembly

12 pieces Toothpicks Essential for keeping bacon in place.

Equipment

oven
baking sheet
parchment paper
Small bowl
Basting Brush

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wrap each mozzarella stick with a slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick.
Combine hot sauce, melted butter, cayenne, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a small bowl.
Brush the sauce mixture over each bacon-wrapped mozzarella stick.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until bacon is crispy and cheese is melting.
Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 2sticksCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gCalcium: 15mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These sticks are best enjoyed fresh for a crispy and gooey texture.

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