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Nashville Hot Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (2 sticks per serving) 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Nashville Hot Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks are a spicy and indulgent appetizer featuring gooey mozzarella cheese wrapped in crispy bacon and coated with a fiery Nashville-style hot sauce mixture. Baked to perfection, these sticks offer a perfect combination of smoky, cheesy, and spicy flavors, making them an irresistible snack for game days or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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Cheese & Bacon

  • 8 mozzarella sticks
  • 8 slices bacon
  • toothpicks

Hot Sauce Coating

  • 1/4 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and aid in easy cleanup.
  2. Wrap Mozzarella Sticks: Wrap each mozzarella stick with a slice of bacon, making sure to cover the cheese completely, and secure the ends with a toothpick to hold the bacon in place during cooking.
  3. Prepare Hot Sauce Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the hot sauce, melted butter, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir well to create a smooth, spicy coating.
  4. Brush Sauce: Generously brush the hot sauce mixture all over the bacon-wrapped mozzarella sticks to ensure every bite is packed with flavor.
  5. Bake: Place the prepared sticks on the lined baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crisp and the mozzarella cheese inside is melted and gooey.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the sticks to cool for a few minutes. Serve warm as a spicy appetizer or snack.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes at the end of baking but watch closely to prevent burning.
  • Use thick-cut bacon for a meatier texture or turkey bacon for a lighter option.
  • Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing to balance the heat.
  • Ensure mozzarella sticks are fully frozen before wrapping to prevent cheese leakage while baking.
  • Adjust cayenne pepper amount based on your preferred spice level.

Find it online: https://yumrecipesfood.com/nashville-hot-bacon-wrapped-mozzarella-sticks-recipe/