Puffy Bacon Bites
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly savory, these Puffy Bacon Bites are the ultimate finger food for any occasion! Featuring sweet and smoky bacon wrapped in buttery puff pastry, these bite-sized appetizers are enhanced with a touch of brown sugar, smoked paprika, and a peppery kick for the perfect balance of flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe uses simple ingredients like store-bought puff pastry and an egg wash to create a professional-looking golden finish. Perfect for parties, game days, or indulgent snacking, these Puffy Bacon Bites are best served warm and fresh out of the oven. Delight your guests with a show-stopping, crowd-pleasing treat that combines the comfort of bacon and the elegance of flaky pastry in every satisfying bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry sheet
- 8 slices bacon strips
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Lightly dust your work surface with flour. Unfold the puff pastry sheet and gently roll it out into a 10x10-inch square using a rolling pin.
Cut the puff pastry into 16 equal squares (4x4 grid).
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
Cut each bacon strip into halves so you have 16 pieces. Sprinkle a small pinch of the brown sugar mixture onto each piece of bacon, rubbing it in slightly.
Place one piece of sweetened bacon diagonally onto each puff pastry square.
Fold two opposite corners of the puff pastry square over the bacon, overlapping slightly, and press gently to seal. If needed, use a small dab of water to help seal the pastry.
In another small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash.
Brush the tops of the pastry-wrapped bacon bites with the egg wash for a golden finish.
Arrange the prepared bites on the lined baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown, and the bacon is cooked through.
Allow the bites to cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2065 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.5 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.7 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 290 mg | 97% | |
| Sodium | 2424 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.1 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.2 g | ||
| Protein | 50.5 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 797 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value 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.
