Bacon Wrapped Appetizers | Holiday Entertaining Ideas
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Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts are a classic American appetizer, often served at parties and gatherings. This dish combines the crunch of water chestnuts with the savory flavor of bacon, creating a delightful contrast. Over the years, variations have emerged, with some adding spices or different sauces, but the basic concept remains a beloved favorite in American cuisine.
Ingredients
- ●water chestnuts
- ●bacon
- ●brown sugar
- ●soy sauce
- ●garlic powder
- ●black pepper
- ●toothpicks
- ●green onions
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2Drain and rinse the water chestnuts, then pat dry with paper towels.
- 3Cut each bacon strip in half.
- 4Wrap each water chestnut with a half strip of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
- 5Place the wrapped water chestnuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 6In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- 7Brush the mixture over the bacon-wrapped water chestnuts.
- 8Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until bacon is crispy and caramelized.
- 9Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
- 10Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Ingredient Alternatives
bacon
Healthier: turkey bacon
Cheaper: pork belly
Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while pork belly can be more affordable.
Techniques
wrappingbaking
Equipment
baking sheetparchment papermixing bowl
🌶️🌶️🌶️Lowsoy
Also Known As
Bacon-Wrapped ChestnutsBacon-Wrapped Appetizers
Ingredients
- ●jalapenos
- ●cream cheese
- ●cheddar cheese
- ●bacon
- ●garlic powder
- ●onion powder
- ●black pepper
- ●salt
- ●green onions
- ●smoked paprika
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- 2Slice jalapenos in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes.
- 3In a bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
- 4Fill each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture, packing it in tightly.
- 5Wrap each stuffed jalapeno with a slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if necessary.
- 6Place the wrapped jalapenos on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 7Sprinkle smoked paprika over the top of the bacon.
- 8Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the bacon is crispy and the jalapenos are tender.
- 9Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- 10Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Ingredient Alternatives
cream cheese
Healthier: Greek yogurt
Cheaper: ricotta cheese
Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess
bacon
Healthier: turkey bacon
Cheaper: pork belly
Turkey bacon is lower in fat and calories.
Techniques
mixingbaking
Equipment
baking sheetparchment papermixing bowltoothpicks
🌶️🌶️🌶️Hot
Also Known As
Jalapeno PoppersBacon Poppers
Ingredients
- ●20 large Medjool dates
- ●10 slices of bacon
- ●4 oz blue cheese, crumbled
- ●1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- ●1/2 tsp black pepper
- ●1/2 tsp garlic powder
- ●1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- 1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2Slice each date lengthwise on one side and remove the pit.
- 3In a bowl, mix the crumbled blue cheese, chopped walnuts (if using), black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until well combined.
- 4Stuff each date with about a teaspoon of the blue cheese mixture.
- 5Cut each bacon slice in half and wrap each stuffed date with a half slice of bacon, securing it with a toothpick if necessary.
- 6Place the wrapped dates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 7Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.
- 8Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Equipment
baking sheetparchment papermixing bowltoothpicks (optional)
Ingredients
- ●1 lb tater tots
- ●8 oz bacon, cut into halves
- ●1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- ●1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ●1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- ●1/2 tsp black pepper
- ●1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2In a large bowl, combine the tater tots, black pepper, and garlic powder. Toss to coat evenly.
- 3Take a half slice of bacon and wrap it around each tater tot, securing it with a toothpick if necessary.
- 4Place the wrapped tater tots on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 5Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the tater tots are golden brown.
- 6Remove the baking sheet from the oven and brush the BBQ sauce over each bacon-wrapped tater tot.
- 7Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to caramelize the BBQ sauce.
- 8Once done, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
- 9Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions before serving.
Equipment
baking sheetparchment papermixing bowltoothpicks (optional)
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