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Crispy Bacon Mozzarella Poppers with Glaze

Crispy Bacon Mozzarella Poppers with Glaze You'll Love

Crispy Bacon Mozzarella Poppers with Glaze are a quick and easy crowd-pleaser. Get ready to impress with these irresistible bites!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 poppers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Poppers
  • 8 slices Thick-cut Bacon For optimal wrapping and extra crunch
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with pepper jack for a spicy kick
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For crispy texture
For the Sweet Maple Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup Can use honey as a substitute
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Essential for a rich glaze
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic is a great alternative

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Saucepan
  • Toothpicks

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Wrap each mozzarella ball tightly in a slice of thick-cut bacon and secure the ends.
  3. Coat each bacon-wrapped mozzarella ball in panko breadcrumbs and place them on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes until bacon is golden brown and crispy.
  5. Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan, then stir in maple syrup and garlic powder, simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Drizzle the warm sweet maple glaze over the poppers before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popperCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure that the bacon is tightly wrapped around the mozzarella to prevent it from unraveling during baking. Use panko breadcrumbs for that ultimate crispy texture.

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