Description
Learn how to make delicious Summer Bacon Mozzarella Poppers With Jalapeño Honey Drizzle that are perfect for any gathering. Impress your guests with this unique recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces (227 g) beef bacon (225 grams)
- 12 ounces (340 g) halloumi cheese, cut into cubes (340 grams)
- 6 large green chilies
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil (15 milliliters)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) agave nectar (30 milliliters)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lime juice (15 milliliters)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut each jalapeño in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.
- Cut the turkey bacon slices into halves, creating pieces long enough to wrap around the mozzarella cubes.
- Place a cube of mozzarella inside each jalapeño half.
- Wrap each jalapeño and mozzarella with a piece of turkey bacon.
- Secure the bacon with a toothpick if needed.
- Arrange the wrapped jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over the poppers and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and mozzarella is melted.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine honey and lemon juice over low heat.
- Stir the honey mixture until well combined and warmed through, about 2 minutes.
- Once the poppers are baked, remove them from the oven.
- Drizzle the jalapeño honey sauce over the poppers.
- Allow the poppers to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Consider using jalapeños instead of green chilies for a spicier flavor profile.
- Opt for high-quality beef bacon for the best taste and texture.
- Adjust the agave nectar and lime juice amounts to suit your desired level of sweetness and acidity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 20g
Keywords: summer appetizer, bacon poppers, mozzarella bites, jalapeño drizzle, honey drizzle, spicy snack