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Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks Recipe with Crispy Bacon Twist

Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks Recipe with Crispy Bacon Twist

Delight in Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks wrapped in crispy bacon, the perfect appetizer for any gathering!
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mozzarella Sticks
  • 8 sticks Mozzarella String Cheese Experiment with flavored varieties for a twist.
  • 8 slices Thin-Cut Bacon Use high-quality bacon for better flavor.
For the Hot Sauce Glaze
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust based on desired spiciness.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can add complexity.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used as well.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onion works too for a different flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Brown Sugar Can be omitted for strict keto.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher or sea salt recommended.
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 cup Dipping Sauces Such as ranch or blue cheese dressing.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Oven
  • Saucepan
  • baking tray

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by unwrapping your mozzarella string cheese sticks and placing them in the freezer for 30-45 minutes.
  2. Once frozen, wrap each mozzarella stick tightly with a slice of thin-cut bacon, spiraling from one end to the other.
  3. Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) or your oven to 400°F (205°C).
  4. Place the bacon-wrapped mozzarella sticks in your air fryer or on the baking tray, cooking for 10-12 minutes in the air fryer or 15-18 minutes in the oven.
  5. While the sticks are cooking, prepare the hot sauce glaze by melting butter in a saucepan and combining with cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, and salt.
  6. Once cooked, remove the mozzarella sticks and brush or drizzle the hot sauce over each stick.
  7. Serve immediately with your choice of dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 2sticksCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 180mg

Notes

These Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks are best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for future use.

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