Meat Twinkies (Stuffed Brats Wrapped in Bacon)

Ingredients

• 16 bratwurst sausages(600g)
• 22 tablespoon Kickin' Cowboy Seasoning (or any seasoning blend)(14g)
• 3200 g mozzarella cheese (block)(200g)
• 46 slice thick-cut bacon(180g)
• 56 toothpicks(6g)

Instructions

1. 1Preheat your smoker, grill, oven, or air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
2. 2Slice each bratwurst sausage lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through, creating a 'boat' shape.
3. 3Season the inside and outside of each bratwurst with your preferred seasoning blend.
4. 4Cut the block of mozzarella cheese into thick sticks, about the length of the bratwurst.
5. 5Stuff each bratwurst with a stick of mozzarella cheese.
6. 6Gently press the sausage around the cheese to enclose it as much as possible.
7. 7Sprinkle a little more seasoning on top.
8. 8Wrap each stuffed bratwurst with a slice of thick-cut bacon.
9. 9Secure each with a toothpick to hold the bacon in place.
10. 10Place the prepared brats on your smoker, grill, oven, or air fryer.
11. 11Cook at 350°F (175°C) for about 30 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is melted.
12. 12Remove toothpicks before serving. Serve as is or in a hot dog bun.