These Sweet and Savory Bacon Crackers are the ultimate bite-sized snack that combines salty, smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors all in one. Perfect for game days, parties, or just a delicious appetizer, these crackers are incredibly easy to make and always a hit with guests. With crispy bacon wrapped around buttery club crackers and a sprinkle of brown sugar, these treats bake up to caramelized perfection. Add optional toppings like Parmesan, red pepper flakes, or even a drizzle of hot honey for a custom flavor boost.
Ingredients:
- Club crackers (as many as you’d like to make)
- Bacon (cut each slice in half to fit the crackers)
- Brown sugar (about 1 teaspoon per cracker)
- Cracked black pepper, to taste
Optional Ingredients:
- Parmesan cheese, for added savory flavor
- Red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper, for heat
- Sliced jalapeños, for a spicy kick
- Hot honey, for a sweet and spicy drizzle
Instructions:
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to catch any drippings and make cleanup easy.
- Assemble the Crackers: Place club crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle each cracker with a teaspoon of brown sugar and a dash of cracked black pepper.
- Add the Bacon: Place half a slice of bacon on top of each cracker, wrapping it around the cracker so it’s secure. For added savory flavor, sprinkle a bit of Parmesan cheese on top of each bacon-wrapped cracker if desired.
- Bake the Crackers: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the brown sugar has caramelized. Keep a close eye on it to prevent burning, particularly as you near the end of the baking time.
- Add Optional Heat: For a touch of spice, sprinkle the crackers with red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper before baking, or add sliced jalapeños on top of the bacon before baking.
- Drizzle with Hot Honey (Optional): For those who like a sweet and spicy finish, drizzle a little hot honey over the crackers immediately after they come out of the oven.
- Serve and Enjoy: Let the crackers cool slightly, then transfer to a serving plate. These bacon crackers can be served warm or at room temperature and are perfect for snacking anytime!
Conclusion:
These Sweet and Savory Bacon Crackers are the perfect blend of flavors and textures, with a crispy bite and a hint of caramelized sweetness. They’re highly customizable, so feel free to add spice or extra savory toppings to make them your own. Serve them at your next gathering, and watch them disappear in no time!
Sweet and Savory Bacon Crackers with a Hint of Heat
Club crackers wrapped in bacon with brown sugar andoptional heat make for an addictive, sweet-savory snack that’s perfect for anyoccasion.
Ingredients
- Club crackers as many as you’d like to make
- Bacon cut each slice in half to fit the crackers
- Brown sugar about 1 teaspoon per cracker
- Cracked black pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for added savory flavor
- Red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for heat
- Sliced jalapeños for a spicy kick
- Hot honey for a sweet and spicy drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to catch any drippings and make cleanup easy.
- Assemble the Crackers: Place club crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle each cracker with a teaspoon of brown sugar and a dash of cracked black pepper.
- Add the Bacon: Place half a slice of bacon on top of each cracker, wrapping it around the cracker so it’s secure. For added savory flavor, sprinkle a bit of Parmesan cheese on top of each bacon-wrapped cracker if desired.
- Bake the Crackers: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the brown sugar has caramelized. Keep a close eye on it to prevent burning, particularly as you near the end of the baking time.
- Add Optional Heat: For a touch of spice, sprinkle the crackers with red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper before baking, or add sliced jalapeños on top of the bacon before baking.
- Drizzle with Hot Honey (Optional): For those who like a sweet and spicy finish, drizzle a little hot honey over the crackers immediately after they come out of the oven.
- Serve and Enjoy: Let the crackers cool slightly, then transfer to a serving plate. These bacon crackers can be served warm or at room temperature and are perfect for snacking anytime!