Description
These BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks are the perfect combination of smoky bacon and gooey cheese. Crispy on the outside and melty on the inside, they’re ideal for game days, parties, or as a mouthwatering snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mozzarella sticks
- 12 slices of bacon
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Toothpicks (for securing)
- Cooking spray or oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it with cooking spray or oil.
- Wrap the Cheese: Wrap each mozzarella stick with a slice of bacon, ensuring it fully covers the cheese. Secure the ends with toothpicks to prevent unraveling.
- Season and Brush: In a small bowl, mix the BBQ sauce, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Brush each bacon-wrapped mozzarella stick with the BBQ sauce mixture for a smoky, flavorful coating.
- Bake: Place the wrapped mozzarella sticks on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down. Bake for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let them cool for 2-3 minutes before serving. Enjoy these crispy, cheesy, smoky BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or game-day snack!
Notes
- Make sure to secure the ends of the bacon with toothpicks to prevent the bacon from unwrapping during cooking.
- You can add a little extra BBQ sauce on top after baking for added flavor.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the BBQ sauce mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: BBQ Mozzarella Sticks, Bacon-Wrapped Cheese Sticks, Cheesy Bacon Appetizer, BBQ Bacon Snacks, Crispy Mozzarella Sticks, Game Day Snacks