Description
Sweet and Spicy Bacon Wrapped Pineapple Bites are the ultimate party appetizer, combining the irresistible flavors of juicy pineapple, crispy bacon, and a delightful blend of sweetness and heat.
Ingredients
- 1 pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 pound bacon, each slice cut in half
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon pineapple juice
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F and place a rack inside a large rimmed baking sheet.
2. Wrap the Pineapple: Cut each slice of bacon in half and wrap it around a pineapple chunk. Secure the bacon with a toothpick and place the wrapped pineapple bites on the prepared baking rack.
3. Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, soy sauce, grated ginger, cayenne pepper, and pineapple juice until well combined.
4. Coat and Glaze: Roll each bacon-wrapped pineapple piece in the brown sugar, then spoon the glaze mixture over the top of each bundle.
5. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the sugar is caramelized and bubbly.
6. Cool and Serve: Remove the bites from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes. Serve these sweet and spicy delights warm, with toothpicks for easy dipping and grabbing.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and reheat them in the oven to restore their crispy, caramelized glory.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg