Description
Delicious poppers combining crispy bacon, creaminess of fresh mozzarella, and a sweet maple glaze, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz thick-cut bacon
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare your baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- Wrap the mozzarella balls with a slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if needed.
- Coat each bacon-wrapped ball in panko breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until bacon is crispy and golden brown.
- Prepare the glaze by melting the butter in a saucepan, then stirring in maple syrup and garlic powder.
- Drizzle the sweet glaze over the poppers before serving.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute turkey bacon. Ensure mozzarella is dry before wrapping for best crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg