Wrap the Cheese: Begin by taking a low-moisture mozzarella cheese stick and tightly wrapping it with a slice of thick-cut bacon, securing the ends with a wooden toothpick. Repeat this process for all cheese sticks.

Set Up Your Breading Station: Prepare three separate bowls – one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.

Bread the Poppers: Dredge each bacon-wrapped cheese stick in flour, dip it in eggs, and roll it in panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

Heat the Oil: In a pot, pour enough oil to submerge the poppers and heat to 350°F (175°C).

Fry the Poppers: Lower the breaded poppers into the hot oil, frying in batches for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown.

Drain Excess Oil: Transfer the fried poppers onto a wire rack to drain excess oil and cool for a bit.

Drizzle with Maple Glaze: While warm, drizzle maple syrup over the poppers to absorb the sweet glaze.

Serve with Dipping Sauce: Present your poppers with a side of spicy Sriracha-ranch dip or your favorite dipping sauce.