Maple-Bacon Bites
Savory-sweet appetizer bites made with crispy bacon and maple syrup, perfect for parties or snacking.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 36 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 slices bacon
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Toothpicks for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Cut each slice of bacon into thirds.
- Arrange bacon pieces on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Brush each piece lightly with maple syrup.
- Sprinkle with black pepper and smoked paprika if desired.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, turning halfway, until bacon is crispy and caramelized.
- Remove from oven and transfer to a paper towel–lined plate to drain excess grease.
- Insert toothpicks for easy serving and enjoy warm.
Notes
- For extra sweetness, brush with more maple syrup halfway through baking.
- Adjust baking time depending on bacon thickness.
- Use thick-cut bacon for a chewier bite, thin-cut for crispier texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: maple bacon bites, bacon appetizer, sweet and savory snacks, party finger food
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