Bacon-Wrapped Pickles (Printable)

Crispy bacon-wrapped dill pickles baked to golden perfection. A savory, tangy appetizer that's easy to make and perfect for entertaining.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Components

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

→ Optional Seasonings

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

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wire rack.
02 - Thoroughly pat pickles dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Slice each pickle in half lengthwise to create 12 halves.
03 - Lightly sprinkle pickle halves with black pepper and smoked paprika if desired for additional flavor.
04 - Wrap each pickle half with one slice of bacon, slightly overlapping the edges. Secure with toothpick if necessary.
05 - Place bacon-wrapped pickles seam side down on prepared baking sheet, ensuring even spacing.
06 - Bake for 18-22 minutes until bacon becomes golden brown and crispy throughout.
07 - Remove from oven and allow to cool for 2-3 minutes. Remove toothpicks before serving warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These little flavor bombs require minimal ingredients but deliver maximum impact, perfect for when you need to impress without breaking a sweat.
  • The textural contrast between crispy bacon and juicy pickle creates that addictive quality where you find yourself reaching for just one more until the plate is empty.
02 -
  • The pickle must be completely dry before wrapping, otherwise youll end up with chewy bacon instead of crispy, a mistake I made the first three times I attempted this recipe.
  • Using a wire rack instead of just parchment paper creates a crispier result all around the pickle as it allows hot air to circulate underneath.
03 -
  • Cut the bacon in half crosswise if your pickles are smaller, giving you perfect coverage without excess bacon that might not crisp properly.
  • Letting the wrapped pickles sit for 10 minutes before baking helps the bacon slightly adhere to the pickle, preventing it from unwrapping during cooking.
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