Bacon-Wrapped Pineapple

Bacon-wrapped pineapple is an irresistible balance between sweet and savory. With just 3 ingredients, these bacon-wrapped pineapple bites are so simple to make.

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An irresistible balance between sweet and savory, bacon-wrapped pineapple is an easy appetizer for any occasion. With just 3 ingredients, these bacon-wrapped pineapple bites are so simple to make.

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Bacon-Wrapped Pineapple

Salty, sweet, and perfect for entertaining, bacon-wrapped pineapple is such a great finger food. These delicious chunks can be served hot or at room temperature. 
Almost everything tastes better when it’s wrapped in bacon, from mozzarella sticks to pineapple. This three-ingredient appetizer is one that you’ll want to serve at parties, while watching football games, or to eat as snacks. 
So simple to make, salty bacon is wrapped around sweet chunks of fresh pineapple. Pair your bacon-wrapped pineapple with other appetizers including fried pickles or pigs in a blanket.

Bacon-Wrapped Pineapple Ingredients

• Bacon 
• Pineapple - Fresh pineapple
• Barbecue sauce 

If you don’t want to cut up a fresh pineapple you can also use canned pineapple pieces. If you use canned pineapple you may want to squeeze out any excess moisture with some paper towels.
When placing the bacon-wrapped pineapple on the baking sheet make sure to place it with the ends of the bacon strips on the bottom, so it doesn’t come undone. To keep the bundles of pineapple and bacon together you can make these appetizers with a toothpick inserted through the pieces of bacon and the chunk of pineapple. This will also make it easier for guests to pick up their appetizers.
For added sweetness, you can also roll the uncooked bacon-wrapped pineapple in brown sugar before cooking. The brown sugar will caramelize while it’s baking to create a crispy, sweet crust. 

How to Make Bacon-Wrapped Pineapple

FIRST STEP: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray. Set it aside.

SECOND STEP: Roll a slice of pineapple up in a sliced piece of bacon. Set it on the prepared baking sheet. Space the bacon-wrapped pineapple 2 inches apart.

THIRD STEP: Bake for 40 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven. Using a pastry brush, brush barbecue sauce over the bacon-wrapped pineapple.

 FOURTH STEP: Return the baking sheet to the oven and continue baking for 15 minutes. Remove the bacon-wrapped pineapple from the oven and serve while hot.

Can I use canned pineapple?

Yes, you can use canned pineapple pieces instead of fresh pineapple in this easy recipe. 

What kind of bacon should I use? 

While you can use almost any flavor of bacon, thick-cut bacon is not recommended because it would take too long to cook through completely.

How do I keep the bacon from unrolling? 

Place the bacon-wrapped pineapple on the baking sheet with the ends of the bacon strips on the bottom, so it doesn’t come undone. You can also make these appetizers with a toothpick inserted through the pieces of bacon and the chunk of pineapple.

How to Store Bacon-Wrapped Pineapple

IN THE FRIDGE:  Store leftover bacon-wrapped pineapple in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 

MAKE AHEAD: Bacon-wrapped pineapple can be made ahead of time. Keep them covered and then pop them in the oven just before your guests arrive

Bacon-Wrapped Pineapple

Bacon-wrapped pineapple is an irresistible balance between sweet and savory. With just 3 ingredients, these bacon-wrapped pineapple bites are so simple to make.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 55 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 28 servings

Calories 154 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• bacon (cut in half) 1 pound
• fresh pineapple (cut into 28 (1-inch) chunks)
• barbecue sauce ½ cup

DIRECTIONS

 

• Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray. Set it aside.
• Roll a slice of pineapple up in a sliced piece of bacon. Set it on the prepared baking sheet. Space the bacon-wrapped pineapple 2 inches apart.
• Bake for 40 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven. Using a pastry brush, brush barbecue sauce over the bacon-wrapped pineapple.
• Return the baking sheet to the oven and continue baking for 15 minutes. Remove the bacon-wrapped pineapple from the oven and serve while hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 77mg | Potassium: 12mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg

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