# Bacon Jalapeño Popper Mozzarella Sticks

Crispy golden pockets filled with smoky bacon, spicy jalapeños, and melty cheese are creamy, crunchy, and dangerously addictive.

- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Appetizer
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 block cream cheese
- red onion
- green onion
- bacon
- jalapeño
- garlic
- mozzarella
- cheddar
- pepper jack
- salt
- pepper
- egg wash
- seasoned panko breadcrumbs

## Instructions

1. Combine cream cheese, red onion, green onion, bacon, jalapeño, garlic, mozzarella, cheddar, pepper jack, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
2. Mix thoroughly until everything is well incorporated.
3. Transfer the mixture to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Spread the mixture out to an even layer.
5. Place the baking sheet in the freezer until the mixture is nice and firm.
6. Remove the firm mixture from the tray.
7. Slice the mixture into equal pieces.
8. Coat each piece evenly with egg wash.
9. Next, coat the pieces with a nice layer of seasoned panko breadcrumbs.
10. Dip the pieces into the egg wash again.
11. Finally, apply one last coating of seasoned panko breadcrumbs.
12. Fry the coated pieces until they are golden brown and beautiful.

## Equipment

- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- freezer
- knife
- bowls
- pot
- thermometer
- tongs

## Tips

- For best results, make sure the mixture is firm before slicing.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJNCia_vsrX/?igsh=MXYydHF5cnU5d2ZudQ==
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/79170998-0797-4fe2-850a-533b5eb8413f
- Extracted: 2025-09-03

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