Bacon-Wrapped Pickles Appetizer (Printable)

Crispy dill pickles wrapped in smoky bacon and baked until golden. An easy, savory appetizer perfect for entertaining.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main

01 - 6 large dill pickles (whole, not spears)
02 - 12 slices bacon (regular cut, not thick-cut)

→ Optional

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

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack.
02 - Pat the pickles dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
03 - Slice each pickle in half lengthwise to yield 12 halves.
04 - If desired, sprinkle the pickle halves lightly with black pepper and smoked paprika.
05 - Wrap each pickle half with a slice of bacon, slightly overlapping the edges. If needed, secure the bacon with a toothpick.
06 - Arrange the bacon-wrapped pickles seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
07 - Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the bacon is golden brown and crispy.
08 - Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving. Remove toothpicks if used.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Only 2 main ingredients needed - incredibly simple to make
  • Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Perfect for parties, game day, or casual entertaining
  • Gluten-free and low-carb friendly
  • Crispy bacon exterior with tangy pickle center creates amazing texture contrast
02 -
  • Use a wire rack on your baking sheet to allow bacon fat to drain and prevent sogginess
  • Don't skip patting the pickles dry - excess moisture prevents proper crisping
  • Regular-cut bacon wraps easier and crisps better than thick-cut
  • Secure with toothpicks only if needed - properly wrapped bacon usually stays in place
  • Let them cool for 2-3 minutes before serving to avoid burns from hot pickle juice
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