Bacon’s Back, Baby: 26 Sizzlin’ Bacon Recipes

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Prepare your taste buds for the ultimate pork paradise with these 26 Drool Worthy Bacon Recipes that are guaranteed to haunt your culinary dreams. From savory breakfast delights to unexpected dessert twists, this sizzling collection showcases the incredible versatility of everyone’s favorite crispy, smoky treat. Get ready to satisfy your deepest bacon cravings with innovative dishes that will have you weak at the knees and coming back for seconds (or thirds). Just be warned: after trying these dishes, you may find yourself dreaming of bacon filled possibilities night after night.

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Cheeseburger Bites

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Cheeseburger Bites by Xoxo Bella
Photo Credit: Xoxo Bella

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Cheeseburger Bites are one of those recipes your air fryer was made for! That’s right, it’s a super easy appy. These bacon burger bombs are a great appetizer for any occasion, whether you’re watching the game and don’t want to take your eyes off the screen or you just want to rustle up a quick and easy air fryer appetizer. Whether you call the bacon wrapped meatballs or meatloaf balls, you will agree that they taste AMAZING!

Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Cheeseburger Bites

Bacon Cheddar Hasselback Potatoes

Bacon Cheddar Hasselback Potatoes by The Heirloom Pantry
Photo Credit: The Heirloom Pantry

Bacon Cheddar Hasselback Potatoes are starchy, savory, and the perfect comfort food. They feature crispy fluffy potatoes topped with creme fraiche, cheddar, bacon, and chives. It’s simple, but all the flavors together meld into one tasty treat.

Get the Recipe: Bacon Cheddar Hasselback Potatoes

Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls

Bourbon Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls by Cambrea Bakes
Photo Credit: Cambrea Bakes

Get ready for the ultimate breakfast treat! These bourbon Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls feature all of your breakfast favorites in one – maple syrup, crispy bacon, and gooey cinnamon rolls. Enjoy this sweet and salty cinnamon roll for breakfast or dessert!

Get the Recipe: Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls

Bacon, Brie and Apple Grilled Cheese

Bacon, Brie and Apple Grilled Cheese by Life As A Strawberry
Photo Credit: Life As A Strawberry

This easy Brie and Apple Grilled Cheese sandwich is perfect for fall! Creamy brie, crispy bacon, and fresh apple slices make this simple sandwich feel fancy and gourmet. Perfect with tomato soup!

Get the Recipe: Bacon, Brie and Apple Grilled Cheese

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon by A Cedar Spoon
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon creates a savory side dish perfect for a weeknight meal or a holiday gathering. Brussels sprouts are paired with flavorful bacon and roasted until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. You will love this dish!

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Rosemary and Fig Candied Bacon

Rosemary and Fig Candied Bacon by Brunch and Batter
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Ok, bacon doesn’t need a makeover, it’s delicious all on its own. But have you ever tried candied bacon? This Rosemary and Fig Candied Bacon is made with sweet fig jam, fresh rosemary, and some oven love. The result? Sweet, savory, and outrageously crispy bacon that will convert any bacon purist.

Get the Recipe: Rosemary and Fig Candied Bacon

Slow Cooker Bacon Barbecue Meatloaf

Slow Cooker Bacon Barbecue Meatloaf by The Magical Slow Cooker
Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

Classic meatloaf is given a tasty twist in this Slow Cooker Bacon Barbecue Meatloaf recipe. As you may have guessed, cooked bacon and barbecue sauce are the highlight and they bring a flavor that will keep you wanting more.

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Maple Bacon Popcorn

Maple Bacon Popcorn by Almost Super Mom
Photo Credit: Almost Super Mom

Maple Bacon Popcorn is a sweet and savory treat featuring freshly popped popcorn drizzled with a buttery maple syrup mixture and topped with crispy, candied bacon pieces.

Get the Recipe: Maple Bacon Popcorn

Pasta with Bacon and Peas

Pasta with Bacon and Peas by The Forked Spoon
Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon

This Creamy Pasta with Bacon and Peas is an easy one-pan dinner recipe made with simple pantry ingredients. Flavorful, delicious, and perfect for busy weeknights!

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Cheddar Bacon Scones

Cheddar Bacon Scones by Xoxo Bella
Photo Credit: Xoxo Bella

You’re going to love these Cheddar Bacon Scones. They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch or a snack, or even served alongside your favorite soup. These golden brown savory scones are sure to tempt any scone lover, and are made with homemade scone dough and crispy bacon, as well as both white and sharp cheddar cheese for a wonderful flavor. They’re salty and buttery, and always disappear fast from the breakfast or brunch table.

Get the Recipe: Cheddar Bacon Scones

Bacon and Egg Fried Rice

Bacon and Egg Fried Rice by Valerie's Kitchen
Photo Credit: Valerie’s Kitchen

The classic flavors of bacon and eggs quickly stir-fried with rice, onions and soy sauce. This quick and easy Bacon and Egg Fried Rice recipe is delicious any time of day or night!

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Bacon and Corn Fritters

Bacon and Corn Fritters by The Healthy Epicurean
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These Bacon and Corn Fritters are smoky, and full of fresh corn flavor! They’re bursting with cheddar cheese, and have a kiss of lime. Basically, they’re the perfect weekend appetizer when you get together with friends or family.

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Maple Bacon Cupcakes

Maple Bacon Cupcakes by My Happy Bakes
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These Maple Bacon Cupcakes are covered in maple buttercream and candied bacon bits! They taste like breakfast in the form of a cupcake!

Get the Recipe: Maple Bacon Cupcakes

Caesar Salad with Cucumber and Bacon

Caesar Salad with Cucumber and Bacon by Foody Wise
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This is a twisted version of the traditional Caesar salad – with Cucumber and Crunchy Bacon. It’s light and full of flavors and will be a great addition to any grilled meat dishes or a light dinner.

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Savoury French Toast with Bacon

Savoury French Toast with Bacon by Somebody Feed Seb
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French Toast with Bacon drizzled with maple syrup is not new! The sweet and salty combination has been here for years (and for a good reason!). But this Savoury French Toast with Bacon recipe is something different: cheesy eggy bread and bacon topped with an egg, all scattered with fresh herbs! It’s a truly savoury breakfast dish that is a great change from traditional French toast!

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Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Bacon Wrapped Asparagus by Little Sunny Kitchen
Photo Credit: Little Sunny Kitchen

Bacon Wrapped Asparagus is a beautiful and elegant side dish that is simple to make and will impress your guests. Tender asparagus, wrapped with bacon and simply seasoned goes well with any main dish and is perfectly portioned for either a plated dinner or a family-style one.

Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Cheddar Bacon Ranch Cream Cheese Pinwheels

Cheddar Bacon Ranch Cream Cheese Pinwheels by This Silly Girl's Kitchen
Photo Credit: This Silly Girl’s Kitchen

Cheddar Bacon Ranch Cream Cheese Pinwheels are tasty tortillas filled with ranch-flavored cream cheese, bacon, cheese, and more! The perfect party appetizer to serve a crowd.

Get the Recipe: Cheddar Bacon Ranch Cream Cheese Pinwheels

Bacon Frittata with Potato and Spinach

Bacon Frittata with Potato and Spinach by Simply Lakita
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This delicious Bacon Frittata with Potato and Spinach is a great way to serve a simple and delicious breakfast or brunch. It’s packed with flavor, filling, and perfect to begin the day with!

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Bacon Mac and Cheese

Bacon Mac and Cheese by It's Not Complicated
Photo Credit: It’s Not Complicated

This Bacon Mac and Cheese is a delicious family-friendly meal that contains crispy bacon, crunchy breadcrumbs, and a creamy cheese sauce. You will love this delicious Baked Mac and Cheese. It’s an easy meal that offers comfort in every bite.

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Bacon Jam

Bacon Jam by Chisel and Fork
Photo Credit: Chisel and Fork

This Bacon Jam recipe is a great combination of sweet and savory jam and is the perfect topping for any burger you’re looking to make. Or even using as an appetizer to serve with some crackers. It’s made by slowly cooking bacon, onions, brown sugar, coffee, bourbon and spices until it becomes jam-like.

Get the Recipe: Bacon Jam

Bacon Black Eyed Peas

Bacon Black Eyed Peas by This Silly Girl's Kitchen
Photo Credit: This Silly Girl’s Kitchen

A tasty side dish, these Bacon Black Eyed Peas are a hit. With minimal ingredients and effort, they go great with all your favorite dinnertime meals.

Get the Recipe: Bacon Black Eyed Peas

Bacon and Egg Breakfast Casserole

Bacon and Egg Breakfast Casserole by Chew Out Loud
Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud

This Bacon and Egg Breakfast Casserole is loaded with your morning favorites. Easily prepared the night before, this is sure to become a family favorite. Breakfast or dinner, your choice.

Get the Recipe: Bacon and Egg Breakfast Casserole

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast by Basics with Bails
Photo Credit: Basics with Bails

This Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast Recipe is made with crispy bacon, warming spices and perfect for the chicken lover. This is such an easy recipe with simple ingredients and comes together so quickly, I guarantee your whole family will love it.

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Bacon Succotash

Bacon Succotash by Little Black Skillet
Photo Credit: Little Black Skillet

Celebrate all that warm weather produce has to offer with this scrumptious Bacon Succotash made in a cast iron skillet! A mixture of fresh sweet corn, lima beans, tomatoes, crispy bacon, and fresh basil make this a delicious side dish the whole family will love!

Get the Recipe: Bacon Succotash

Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Bacon Wrapped Scallops by Homemade Hooplah
Photo Credit: Homemade Hooplah

The ultimate combination of land and sea, these Bacon Wrapped Scallops serve up crispy bacon and juicy scallops for a fun appetizer or main dish highlight.

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Creamy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

Creamy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad by On My Kid's Plate
Photo Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

Creamy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is full of juicy tomatoes, crunchy onions, soft cheese and topped with salty bacon. Add lettuce for extra crunch or choose to leave it out, this delicious flavorful ranch pasta salad is the perfect side dish for a BBQ or a potluck.

Get the Recipe: Creamy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

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I love to share recipes with real ingredients that are both sweet and savory (especially sweet:) My mission with Gimme From Scratch is to inspire you with recipes that will bring your families together in the kitchen. I'm introverted at heart but know how important socializing can be for maintaining good relationships, when writing not only am looking forward to sharing information - It's also building connections between readers who love good food as much as I do!

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