Gluten-free Crispy Mozzarella Poppers with Sweet Maple Glaze Delight
Delicious and crispy mozzarella poppers coated in a sweet maple glaze, perfect for a gluten-free snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 1 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup all-purpose gluten-free flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix gluten-free breadcrumbs with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs.
- Coat each mozzarella stick in gluten-free flour, dip in the egg, and then roll in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated mozzarella poppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- In a small saucepan, heat maple syrup over low heat until warm.
- Drizzle the warm maple syrup over the baked mozzarella poppers before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, you can double coat the mozzarella poppers.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
- Feel free to add spices to the breadcrumb mixture for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 poppers
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg