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Crispy Bacon Mozzarella Poppers with Glaze

Crispy Bacon Mozzarella Poppers with Glaze for a Party Hit

Impress your guests with these Crispy Bacon Mozzarella Poppers with Glaze, a perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 poppers
Course: Appetizers
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Poppers
  • 8 slices Thick-cut bacon Works best for wrapping
  • 8 oz Fresh mozzarella balls Try pepper jack for a spicy kick
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs Choose plain or flavored for variations
For the Maple Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Pure maple syrup Honey can be used as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter Margarine can work in a pinch
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder Fresh garlic can enhance flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wrap each mozzarella ball with a slice of thick-cut bacon, securing with toothpicks if needed.
  3. Roll each bacon-wrapped mozzarella popper in panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.
  4. Arrange poppers on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy.
  5. Melt butter in a saucepan, stir in maple syrup and garlic powder, and simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Drizzle the warm maple glaze over the poppers and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 2poppersCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These poppers can be prepped ahead and stored in the freezer for convenience.

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