🥓🧀 Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks
⏱️ Time
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook: 15–20 minutes
🍽️ Servings
- 4 servings (8 sticks)
🛒 Ingredients
- 8 mozzarella string cheese sticks
- 8 slices bacon (thin-cut works best)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
🥣 Optional Dips
- Marinara sauce
- Ranch dressing
- Garlic mayo
🔪 Instructions
1. Prep the cheese
- Cut mozzarella sticks in half (optional for smaller bites)
- Freeze for 30–60 minutes (prevents melting too fast)
2. Wrap with bacon
- Wrap each mozzarella stick tightly with bacon
- Slightly overlap edges
- Secure with toothpicks if needed
3. Season
- Sprinkle garlic powder, pepper, and paprika evenly
4. Cook (choose method)
🔥 Oven Method
- Preheat to 200°C (400°F)
- Place on a lined baking tray or rack
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway
🍳 Pan Method
- Cook on medium heat, turning frequently until bacon is crispy
🌪️ Air Fryer Method
- Cook at 180°C (350°F) for 8–10 minutes
5. Serve
- Let cool slightly (cheese inside is hot!)
- Serve with your favorite dips
💡 Tips
- ❄️ Freezing is key to prevent cheese from leaking
- 🥓 Use thin bacon—it crisps faster
- 🔥 Cook on a rack for even crispiness
- 🧀 Don’t overcook or cheese may burst out
❓ Q&A
❓ Why did my cheese leak out?
👉 The cheese wasn’t frozen long enough or heat was too high. Freeze well and cook evenly.
❓ Can I use other cheeses?
👉 Yes! Try cheddar sticks or pepper jack—but mozzarella melts best.
❓ How do I make them extra crispy?
👉 Use thin bacon and cook on a rack or air fryer.
❓ Can I make ahead?
👉 Yes! Wrap and refrigerate up to 24 hours before cooking.
❓ Can I make them keto?
👉 They already are! Low-carb and high-fat.
❓ How to store leftovers?
- Fridge: up to 3 days
- Reheat in oven or air fryer for best texture
