Nashville Hot Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks
These Nashville Hot Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks are easy to make, crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, perfect for game day or a snack.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 sticks Mozzarella sticks Use a good frozen or fresh mozzarella stick that melts evenly.
- 12 slices Bacon Thicker-cut bacon crisps up nicely without burning.
- to taste grams Nashville hot seasoning Look for blends with smoked paprika, cayenne, brown sugar.
- 2 cups Cooking oil (for frying) Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point.
- optional pieces Toothpicks To secure the bacon wrapped around the mozzarella.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep skillet or fryer.
- Wrap each mozzarella stick with a slice of bacon, overlapping edges.
- Insert toothpicks through the center of each wrapped stick to secure.
- Sprinkle Nashville hot seasoning evenly over the wrapped mozzarella.
Cooking
- Fry the bacon-wrapped mozzarella sticks for 3–5 minutes until bacon is crispy and cheese is melted.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Let rest for 1 minute and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve with a cool dip like ranch or pickles to contrast the heat. Chill the wrapped sticks before frying for better shape.