Crispy Bacon Mozzarella Poppers with Maple Glaze Recipe
These Crispy Bacon Mozzarella Poppers are a delicious and indulgent appetizer featuring fresh mozzarella balls wrapped in thick-cut bacon, coated with crunchy panko breadcrumbs, baked to golden perfection, and finished with a sweet and savory maple garlic glaze. Perfect for parties or a savory snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 16 poppers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Bacon and Cheese
- 8 oz thick-cut bacon
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
Coating
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Glaze
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the poppers.
- Wrap Mozzarella: Wrap each fresh mozzarella ball tightly with a slice of thick-cut bacon, securing it with a toothpick if needed to keep it in place during cooking.
- Coat with Breadcrumbs: Roll each bacon-wrapped mozzarella ball in the panko breadcrumbs, ensuring it is fully coated for a crispy texture.
- Bake Poppers: Arrange the coated poppers on the lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the bacon is crisp and golden brown.
- Prepare Glaze: While baking, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, then add the maple syrup and garlic powder, simmering for about two minutes to combine flavors.
- Glaze and Serve: Remove the poppers from the oven and drizzle the warm maple garlic glaze over them just before serving for a perfect balance of sweet and savory.
Notes
- Using thick-cut bacon prevents it from burning quickly and ensures a chewy, crispy texture.
- Securing the bacon with toothpicks helps keep the bacon wrapped during baking.
- You can substitute panko breadcrumbs with regular breadcrumbs, but panko provides better crunch.
- The glaze can be adjusted by adding more or less maple syrup depending on your sweetness preference.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
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