Cheesy Bacon and Cream Cheese Stuffed Pickle Bites

These Bacon Wrapped Pickles are the perfect appetizer or party food for your next football watching get together. With only a few easily sourced ingredients, they are Quick and Easy to make and can even be assembled ahead of time and baked the next day to serve. Imagine sinking your teeth into that tangy, salty spear of pickle, complemented by the smoky flavor of crispy bacon. The combination of these two favorite foods is sure to please any huge fan who loves the tangy flavor of pickle but also wants to cut back on the carbs. Wrap slices of bacon around pickle spears and bake them for 35 minutes until the bacon is cooked through. Guests will love this keto-friendly appetizer that is both simple and ready in no time to enjoy while cheering on their favorite football team.

Bacon Wrapped Pickles Recipe

These Crunchy bacon wrapped pickles with cheese are an unforgettable snack that is incredibly easy to make. Simply wrap pickle spears with slices of bacon and bake until crispy for bite-sized treats that are delicious. The perfect topping for burgers and sliders is made by them, or they can serve it as a side with ranch dressing for dipping. These crunchy pickles combined with crispy bacon will captivate guests, causing them to disappear in no time. Bacon wrapped pickles offer great versatility because you can cook them in the oven, on the grill, or in a smoker, making them suitable for any occasion. You can also experiment with different types of pickle and flavor combinations.

What Makes Bacon Wrapped Pickles Keto-Friendly?

Those following a keto diet aim to eat very few carbs and no sugar while getting high fat and moderate protein to put their body into a state of ketosis where it will burn fat rather than carbohydrates for energy. Both pickles and bacon are very low-carb ingredients, with bacon being especially high in fat. This makes these pickle fries the perfect keto-friendly snack. They are also a true crowd-pleaser, making them ideal party food for those watching dietary restrictions. Visitors need not worry about indulge while following a low-carb eating plan.

Pre-head Instructions

These pickle fries are one of the easiest and most satisfying snacks or appetizers to eat. All you need are pickle spears wrapped with smoky bacon and baked to crispy perfection. Serve with ranch for dipping and watch them disappear faster than you can make them!

For the pickle portion, you can choose to buy pre-cut pickle spears, quarter whole pickles, or opt for even quicker prep by purchasing pre-cut pickle fries. No matter which type of pickle you choose, wrapping them in bacon is a sure way to satisfy any pickle or bacon lover’s craving.

Best Bacon For Pickle Fries

The type of bacon you use can affect the results, so it’s important to like the right bacon for these recipes. While thicker cut bacon may work well for other recipes, for bacon wrapped pickles, a thinner, regular cut bacon will give you the best results. Using thick cut bacon runs the risk of the pickle not getting crispy and having the right texture, as the thicker bacon may overcook it. Choosing regular cut bacon for bacon-wrapped pickles will ensure that the pickle cooks perfectly and becomes crispy, while the bacon also achieves the ideal level of crispiness.

Homemade Dipping Sauces

It’s quite easy to make your own keto-friendly ranch dressing, allowing you to control the ingredients, although you can certainly purchase store-bought ranch dressings that are already keto-friendly. Making dressings and dipping sauces yourself also takes your bacon wrapped pickles to the next level. In addition to a basic ranch, you could also whip up a delicious sriracha mayo dipping sauce to complement the salty and sour flavors of the pickles and bacon. Homemade sauces allows for more flavor customization than just relying on store bought options alone.

Nutrition Facts

The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Bacon Wrapped Pickles Recipe

Recipe by Carmen FoodieCourse: AppetizersCuisine: American

Servings

8

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Calories

110

kcal

Total time

25

minutes

This recipe makes a delicious appetizer that combines the savory flavors of bacon and pickles. Thinly sliced pickles are wrapped in bacon and baked until crispy. The salty, smoky bacon pairs perfectly with the tangy pickle for an indulgent snack. Easy to make, bacon wrapped pickles are sure to be a crowd-pleasing appetizer or game day snack.

Ingredients

• Bacon Wrapped Pickles

• 1 pound dill pickle spears (about 8-10 spears)

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened

• 8 slices bacon

• 30-40 toothpicks

• BBQ seasoning (optional for topping)

• Sriracha Mayo Dipping Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

• 1 tablespoon sour cream

• 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce

• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

Directions

• Bacon Wrapped Pickles
• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F or 200 degrees C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Pat pickles dry with a paper towel and cut them into spears. Spread cream cheese onto 8 strips of bacon and place a strip onto each pickle spear, wrapping the bacon around and securing ends with toothpicks if necessary.
• Place pickles onto the baking sheet. You can also tuck the ends under at the bottom, which works great.
• It’s an optional step, but you can also like to season the top of the bacon wrapped pickles with a little BBQ seasoning or something sweet like sriracha mayo dipping sauce. Repeat the process until all pickles are used.
• Sriracha Mayo Dipping Sauce:
• For the dipping sauce, in a small bowl combine 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise with 1 tablespoon of sour cream, 1 tablespoon of sriracha sauce and 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar (you can also substitute lime juice or apple cider vinegar).
• This tasty sriracha mayo sauce elevates the flavor of the already tasty treat of bacon wrapped pickles that comes with the added benefit of being both low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a great snack or appetizer for those following a high fat, low-carb diet. As an additional bonus, it also helps add some heat to the crunchy, salty snack.

Notes

• Nutrition Facts: 110kcal | Total Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2.5g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 500mg | Total Carbohydrates: 3g | Dietary Fiber: less than 1g | Total Sugars: 2g | Protein: 4g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0mg | Potassium: 98mg |
• Check bacon wrapped pickles periodically as they usually take 15-20 mins.
• Pat pickles dry before wrapping to prevent excess moisture.
• Wrap bacon tightly and use toothpicks if needed.
• Leave space between pickles on baking sheet for even cooking.
• Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 2 days.
• Reheat in oven at 350F for 10-15 mins to recrisp bacon.

How Long to Cook Bacon Wrapped Pickles in Oven?

When baking the pickle spears wrapped in bacon, they will typically take 15–20 minutes to fully cook. It’s best to cook them in eye and check periodically as oven temperatures can vary so they may not take the entire 30 minutes mentioned in the recipe. Before considering them done, you want to fully cook and crisp the bacon. Once the bacon is browned and crispy all over, don’t hesitate to pull them early – it’s better to err on the shorter side rather than overcooking this smoky, salty appetizer.

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Storing Leftover Bacon Wrapped Pickles

Although you may enjoy bacon-wrapped pickles best when they are fresh, you might find yourself with some leftovers. Store leftover bacon wrapped pickles in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where they will keep for 2 days. The bacon pickles in a jar may lose some crispiness during storage, but the overall flavor will still be enjoyable. To revive the bacon’s crispiness again, you can reheat the pickles by placing them on a baking sheet and baking at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10–15 minutes, which will recrisp the bacon into a nice, crispy topping once more.

Tips for Success

Follow these tips to help make the most of your grilled bacon wrapped pickles:

1. Pat the pickles dry with a paper towel before wrapping. Skipping this step can result in excess moisture that prevents the bacon from crisping properly.
2. Consider the thickness of the bacon you use – super thick bacon can be hard to wrap and may result in a softer, chewier texture. Thinner bacon will crisp up the fastest and is easiest to work with. Experiment to find the classic combo of crispy and chewy textures you prefer.
3. Wrap the bacon tightly around the pickles to help the bacon adhere and prevent it from falling apart during cooking. Use food picks to hold any slices that are struggling to stay wrapped.
4. Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet, leave some space between the bacon wrapped pickles to allow for even cooking.
5. The bacon will cook through and get crispy relatively quickly, but the pickles may take a specific temperature to be crispy yet still food safe. For longer cooking recipes, like in a smoker at 275°F, give it an extra hour to achieve a balance of crispy edges and chewy interior pieces. If you want them crispier, pull them off once an hour has passed and place on a cooking sheet under the broiler for 2–3 minutes to really crisp up.
6. Make a mini, bite-sized version of this dish by using mini dill pickles and cutting the bacon slices in half. The salty, crunchy bacon wrapped pickle chips were the star appetizer at the party.
7. Bacon wrapped pickles air fryer – Bacon wrapped pickles can be made with less oil using an air fryer. Place the pickles in the basket in a single layer. Cook at 400°F for 12 minutes, rotating halfway. The bacon will crisp without needing to flip. 

The Entire Family Will Love This Easy Snack

The smoky bacon flavor paired with the tartness of the pickles comes together in this amazing recipe. Simply add your favorite dipping sauce and you’ll enjoy this fabulously easy snack. It’s so easy to make that it will not disappoint anyone! Give it a try today—see for yourself just how yummy these bacon wrapped pickles are. With only 4 ingredients, it’s super easy to throw together a big batch that will have everyone asking for more. The whole family is sure to love the crunchy salty-sweet combination.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How long does it take to smoke bacon wrapped pickles?

It usually takes 30–40 minutes to smoke bacon wrapped pickles. Start at a lower temperature like 225F and gradually increase it over time. This will allow the bacon to fully cook and develop a smoky flavor without drying out.

How many calories are in bacon wrapped pickles?

A single bacon wrapped pickle has around 30 calories. Since it’s made with bacon and pickles, which are higher in fat and salt, one or two pieces make a satisfying appetizer. The calories can add up if eating many at once.

How do you can pickles and keep them crisp?

For crispy canned pickles, use a brine with less vinegar, which can soften the cucumbers. A 1:1 water to vinegar ratio works well. Heat the brine to boiling before pouring over packed pickles. Leaving 1/2 inch headspace also helps maintain crunch.

How to make your own pickle?

Fresh cucumbers, washed and sliced or left whole, form the starting point for homemade pickles. Bring a brine of water, vinegar, sugar and seasoning like dill and garlic to a boil. Pour over cucumbers and let cool sealed for 2–3 weeks to allow the flavors to develop fully.

Why are my homemade pickles soft?

Pickles may be soft if too much vinegar is used in the brine, which can cause them to breakdown. Using younger cucumbers and less processing of the pickled veggies also helps keep a crisper texture long-term.

How do you store pickles for a long time?

For long-term storage, pour cooled pickles and brine into sterilized jars. Also process in a water bath canner for the recommended time. This seals out air and bacteria, allowing pickles to last up to a year unopened without losing crunch.