Nashville Hot Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks
Nashville Hot Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks are a deliciously spicy appetizer that elevates the classic mozzarella stick by wrapping it in crispy bacon and coating it with bold Nashville hot seasoning. Perfect for game day or casual gatherings, these cheesy bites deliver a tantalizing blend of smoky, savory, and spicy flavors. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in under an hour!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 5 servings (2 sticks per serving) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 string cheese sticks
- 10 strips thick-cut bacon
- 3 tbsp Nashville hot chicken seasoning (adjust to taste)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper; lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Wrap each string cheese stick tightly with one strip of bacon, ensuring slight overlap.
- Generously coat each wrapped stick with Nashville hot chicken seasoning for even flavor.
- Place the bacon-wrapped sticks on the baking sheet, spaced apart, and bake for 20-25 minutes until the bacon is crispy.
- Allow cooling for a few minutes before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks (70g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg