Bacon-Wrapped Pickles (Printable version)

Crisp dill pickles wrapped in smoky bacon and baked until golden. An easy, tangy appetizer perfect for parties and game day.

# Needed ingredients:

→ 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

# How to make it:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). 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 Suggestions:

01 -
  • The perfect combination of salty, smoky, and tangy flavors in every bite.
  • A low-carb and gluten-free appetizer that fits various dietary needs.
  • Requires only two main ingredients and minimal preparation time.
02 -
  • Use regular-cut bacon rather than thick-cut to ensure it crisps up at the same rate the pickle warms through.
  • Placing the pickles seam-side down on the baking sheet helps keep the bacon in place without needing toothpicks.
  • Check the bacon label for added sugars or allergens if you are strictly following a low-carb or allergy-specific diet.
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