27 Really Good Appetizers, Party Snacks and Shareable Finger Foods With Bacon

Really good appetizers and finger foods with BACON?!?! Yes, Please! C’mon – EVERYONE loves BACON!! Bacon-wrapped appetizers are easy, yummy and crowd-pleasing appetizers that never fail to impress at parties and potlucks – and they’re the perfect pre-dinner nibbles with cocktails!

That combination of crispy, savory bacon hugging a variety of flavors and filling textures make them the perfect appetizer finger foods for entertaining.

Whether you’re hosting a party, tailgating, or simply looking to add a touch of creative elegance to your meal without adding extra carbs, bacon-wrapped appetizers are the way to go. Let’s take a look at some fantastic recipes for easy appetizers wrapped in bacon to elevate your next gathering.

Bacon wrapped appetizers and finger foods to make for parties

Updated on August 7, 2024

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Appetizers and finger foods that are wrapped in bacon are the perfect party food for ANY crowd.

C’mon… EVERYBODY likes bacon, right? Even your low-carb eating friends will be gobbling them up!

Whether you’re hosting a lively party, gathering for some game day football watching, or simply yearning to add a touch of indulgence to your daily meals, bacon-wrapped appetizers are the answer!

1. Classic Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

These spicy, creamy, and crispy bites are a timeless favorite.

Slice jalapeño peppers in half, remove the seeds, and fill them with cream cheese. Wrap each half with a strip of bacon and secure with toothpicks.

Bake until the bacon is golden and the peppers are tender. Serve with a side of ranch or blue cheese dressing for a delectable contrast.

2. Bacon-Wrapped Dates Stuffed with Almonds

The sweet and salty combination of dates and bacon is simply irresistible!

Stuff pitted dates with whole almonds, wrap them in bacon, and secure with toothpicks.

Bake until the bacon is perfectly crispy and the dates have caramelized. These little bites are a delightful treat for any occasion.

3. Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus

For a healthier twist, consider bacon-wrapped asparagus.

Simply wrap bundles of fresh asparagus spears with bacon slices, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and roast until the asparagus is tender and the bacon is crisp.

It’s an elegant and delicious side dish or appetizer that gets bonus point because you can also make these in the air fryer.

4. Bacon-Wrapped Meatballs

Meatballs wrapped in bacon are the perfect combination of meaty goodness and smoky flavor.

Create your favorite meatball mixture, shape it into small balls, and wrap each with a bacon strip.

Bake until the bacon is crispy, and the meatballs are cooked through. Serve with toothpicks and your favorite dipping sauces.

5. Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp

Shrimp and bacon make an indulgent duo.

Wrap jumbo shrimp with bacon, secure with toothpicks, and brush them with a glaze made from a mixture of barbecue sauce and honey.

Grill or bake them until the bacon is crispy and the shrimp turn pink.

The sweet and smoky flavors will leave your guests craving for more.

6. Bacon-Wrapped Mini Hot Dogs

Upgrade the classic hot dog with bacon.

Wrap mini cocktail franks with bacon slices and secure with toothpicks. Bake or grill them until the bacon is browned and crispy. Serve with an array of dipping sauces for a fun and delicious appetizer.

7. Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Fries

Creamy avocado slices are wrapped in bacon, coated in breadcrumbs, and baked until golden.

The result? A creamy, crispy, and irresistible appetizer that combines the richness of avocado with the smokiness of bacon. I found a really good recipe for them here.

8. Bacon Wrapped Pineapple Bites

Wrapping pineapple chunks in bacon and tossing them on the grill for a few is probably MY crowds FAVORITE bacon wrapped appetizer I make.

There’s something about that combination of sweet and salty that just goes together perfectly. For an added flavor boost – sprinkle some brown sugar on these toothpick appetizers after you take them off the grill.

9. Bacon-Wrapped Little Smokies

Now, if cooking appetizers on the grill isn’t your thing, these bacon-wrapped little smokies are oven baked and only require THREE ingredients (and toothpicks)

Here’s how to make them:

Ingredients:

1 package of little smokies
1 package of bacon
½ cup of brown sugar

Instructions:

– Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

– Cut the bacon into thirds.

– Roll one piece of bacon around one little smokie. The bacon will overlap.

– Then secure the bacon with a toothpick.

– Continue doing this to all of the little smokies.

– In a shallow bowl or dish pour in the brown sugar.

– Dip the little smokies (that is now covered in bacon) in the brown sugar to cover.

– Place them on a cookie sheet that is lined with foil. Trust me, you want foil to cover the pan for easy clean up.

– Bake for 10 minutes. Then flip them over and back for another 10 minutes.

– Remove from over and allow them to cool slightly.

Once they’re on a serving dish you’ll watch them disappear QUICKLY!

So yummy – sweet, salty… ugh, just addicting haha!

Speaking of sweet and salty…

There are two more bacon appetizers I’ve recently made – and everyone LOVED them.

These two are MUST MAKE appetizers for your next event!

Top: Pig Shots – Don’t be fooled by the silly name, this appetizer recipe is packed with flavor from thick, crispy bacon, smoked sausage, a yummy cream cheese mixture, jalapenos, and a honey BBQ glaze that are oven-baked into a fabulous bite-sized bacon wrapped toothpick appetizer.

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Bottom: Bacon Crackers – Crunchy, buttery club crackers are topped with bacon, sprinkled with brown sugar, cayenne, and black pepper, then baked to golden perfection.

Simple 5 ingredients, only 10 minutes of prep time, are VERY budget-friendly

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