Description
Bacon-Wrapped Pickles Appetizer is a savory and crispy treat that combines the crunchy texture of pickles with the rich flavor of bacon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large whole dill pickles
- 12 slices bacon, regular or thick-cut
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 0.5 cup ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or position a wire rack over the sheet.
- Dry pickles: Thoroughly pat the dill pickles dry with paper towels to eliminate excess moisture.
- Slice pickles: Slice each pickle lengthwise into two equal halves using a sharp knife.
- Season pickles (optional): Evenly sprinkle smoked paprika and garlic powder over the cut sides of the pickles if desired.
- Wrap pickles with bacon: Wrap each pickle half tightly with a slice of bacon, securing the ends underneath or with a toothpick if needed.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Place bacon-wrapped pickles seam side down on the prepared baking sheet or wire rack.
- Bake until crispy: Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the bacon is crisp and golden brown. Turn once for even cooking if necessary.
- Cool briefly: Allow the pickles to cool for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.
- Serve with dipping sauce (optional): Combine ranch dressing with chopped fresh dill. Serve as a dipping accompaniment if desired.
Notes
- Consider using thick-cut bacon for added flavor and texture.
- Try different dipping sauces like blue cheese or spicy mayonnaise for a variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg