Carnivore Bacon Mozzarella Sticks (Zero Carb)
✅ Ingredients:
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8 mozzarella cheese sticks (string cheese or cut from a block)
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8 slices of thin-cut bacon
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Optional: 1 egg + 1 tbsp grated parmesan or pork rind dust for a crispier coating (still zero-carb)
🔥 Instructions:
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Freeze the cheese sticks:
Place mozzarella sticks in the freezer for 30–60 minutes. This keeps them from melting too fast during cooking. -
Wrap in bacon:
Wrap each frozen cheese stick tightly with a slice of bacon. If needed, use toothpicks to secure the ends. You can also spiral-wrap for full coverage. -
Optional coating (extra crispy):
Beat 1 egg in a bowl. In another bowl, mix 1 tbsp grated parmesan or pork rind “flour.” Dip each bacon-wrapped stick in egg, then the coating. Still zero-carb! -
Cook — choose your method:
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Air Fryer:
Preheat to 390°F (200°C). Air fry bacon-wrapped sticks for 8–10 minutes, turning halfway, until bacon is crisp and cheese starts to ooze. -
Oven:
Preheat to 400°F (205°C). Place on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Bake for 15–20 minutes or until bacon is crispy. -
Pan-fry:
Cook on medium heat, turning frequently to crisp all sides. Watch closely to prevent cheese from leaking too soon.
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Rest briefly & serve:
Let cool 1–2 minutes before serving. Cheese firms slightly and holds together better.
🔥 Tips:
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Use thin bacon so it crisps before the cheese melts too much.
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For strict carnivore, skip any herbs/spices — but if you’re flexible, a sprinkle of garlic powder or Italian seasoning on the bacon before cooking is amazing.
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Serve with a side of melted butter or whipped cream cheese for dipping.
Want a sweet carnivore snack version using mozzarella and bacon?