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Ingredients:
- 1 ripe pineapple, peeled and cored
- 1 pound bacon, cut into strips
- Toothpicks (soaked in water for 15 minutes to prevent burning)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (optional, for extra caramelization)
- Optional: BBQ sauce or teriyaki glaze for dipping
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Let’s keep things tidy!
2. Prepare the Pineapple:
- Cut the peeled and cored pineapple into bite-sized chunks. Aim for cubes that are about 1 inch in size. Get ready for some juicy sweetness!
3. Wrap with Bacon:
- Take a strip of bacon and wrap it around a pineapple chunk. Secure the bacon in place with a toothpick. Repeat this process until all the pineapple chunks are wrapped in bacon. It’s like giving each pineapple chunk a cozy bacon blanket!
4. Optional Sweetness:
- If you want an extra touch of sweetness, sprinkle a pinch of brown sugar over each bacon-wrapped pineapple bite. This will caramelize in the oven and add a delightful flavor dimension. Go ahead, indulge a little!
5. Bake ‘Em Up:
- Place the bacon-wrapped pineapple bites on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out evenly. Pop them into the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown. Your kitchen will smell amazing as they cook!
6. Serve and Enjoy:
- Once they’re done baking, remove the toothpicks from the bacon-wrapped pineapple bites. Transfer them to a serving platter and watch them disappear before your eyes! For an extra kick of flavor, serve with your favorite BBQ sauce or teriyaki glaze for dipping. Get ready to savor every sweet and savory bite!
Conclusion:
With these bacon-wrapped pineapple bites, you’ll be the hero of any party or snack time gathering. Sweet, salty, and oh-so-delicious, they’re sure to be a hit with everyone lucky enough to try them. So, grab a plateful, kick back, and enjoy the mouthwatering combination of juicy pineapple and crispy bacon. Snack time just got a whole lot more enjoyable!
