Spicy Bacon Pickle Bites

  • Level: Easy
  • Yield: 16 bites
  • Total: 35 min
  • Active: 20 min
Traditionally, pickle bites have a smoky flavor, but Ree wanted to make a spicy, sweet and sticky version, which she achieved by adding jalapeño and using barbecue sauce for basting. They make a tasty appetizer for entertaining and are certain to go down well with any crowd.
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Ingredients

8 slices bacon, halved

16 pickle chips

2 small fresh jalapeños, sliced thin into 16 slices

1/4 cup barbecue sauce

1/2 cup ranch dressing

Directions

Special equipment:
an air fryer
  1. Lay a half slice of bacon flat on a surface. Top with a pickle chip and a jalapeño slice. Wrap the bacon around both and secure with a toothpick. Continue with the remaining ingredients.
  2. Air fry at 370 degrees F for 6 to 7 minutes, then flip. Place back in the air fryer at 360 degrees F until the bacon is cooked, another 6 to 7 minutes. Baste with the barbecue sauce and air fry for an additional 3 to 4 minutes. Serve with the ranch on the side for dipping.

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Kristen E.

I don’t like Jalapeños to I left them off. But these were so easy and fun! My husband loved them as well. I will make for the family for the next big event!.

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