Bacon-Wrapped Pickles Appetizer (Print Version)

Tangy dill pickles wrapped in crispy bacon, baked until golden. A crowd-pleasing party appetizer ready in 30 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Main Components

01 - 6 large whole dill pickles
02 - 12 slices regular-cut bacon

→ Optional Seasonings

03 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
04 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

# Steps:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or place a wire rack on top to allow grease drainage during cooking.
02 - Thoroughly pat the whole pickles dry with clean paper towels to remove surface moisture. This step ensures the bacon crisps properly during baking.
03 - Cut each pickle in half lengthwise to create 12 halves. If desired, lightly dust the cut surfaces with black pepper and smoked paprika for added depth.
04 - Center one bacon slice across each pickle half, then wrap tightly so the edges slightly overlap. Secure the bacon with a toothpick if needed to prevent unraveling.
05 - Place the bacon-wrapped pickles seam side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between pieces for even heat circulation.
06 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until the bacon turns golden brown and reaches desired crispiness. Monitor during the final minutes to prevent overcooking.
07 - Transfer the appetizers to a serving plate and let rest for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove any toothpicks before serving warm with your preferred dipping sauce.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Only two ingredients stand between you and the crispiest, saltiest snack youve ever served.
  • They bake hands-free while you prep everything else, and guests think you fussed.
  • The contrast of cold pickle and hot bacon is wildly addictive.
  • Theyre naturally low carb and gluten-free, so everyone at the table can enjoy them.
02 -
  • Drying the pickles is the single most important step, skipping it will leave you with soggy bacon that never crisps.
  • Regular-cut bacon wraps and cooks more evenly than thick-cut, which tends to stay chewy in spots.
  • If your bacon isnt crisping by the 20-minute mark, switch the oven to broil for the last two minutes and watch it closely.
03 -
  • Use a wire rack instead of parchment so the bacon crisps evenly on all sides and the fat drips away.
  • If your bacon is uneven in thickness, use the thinner slices for wrapping so they cook at the same rate.
  • Let the pickles come to room temperature for about 10 minutes before wrapping, it helps the bacon adhere better and bake more evenly.
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