Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks
Deliciously crunchy bacon-wrapped mozzarella sticks, perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks
- 12 slices thin-cut bacon
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prep your workspace by setting up three bowls: one for flour, another for beaten eggs, and a third for seasoned breadcrumbs with garlic powder.
- Wrap each mozzarella stick tightly in a slice of bacon, securing the ends if necessary.
- Coat the bacon-wrapped cheese in flour, then dip in the beaten egg, and finally roll in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently.
- Heat about 2 inches of oil in a deep skillet until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Fry a few mozzarella sticks at a time, about 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- Drain the excess oil by placing the fried mozzarella sticks on a paper towel-lined plate.
Notes
For crispy perfection, do not overcrowd the frying pan. You can also freeze leftover sticks before frying for a quick snack later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 sticks
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: bacon, mozzarella sticks, appetizer, party food