When bacon’s on the table, everyone else is just a side dish. These 17 recipes take the world’s most iconic ingredient and make it shine in ways you’ve never imagined. From indulgent bacon mac and cheese to maple-glazed bites and savory wraps, each one is bold, crispy, and absolutely addictive. Get ready to turn your kitchen into a full-blown bacon moment.
Air Fryer Bacon
Greasy splatters? Nope. Babysitting the pan? Not anymore. Air fryer bacon comes out crispy, cooks evenly, and leaves you with way less mess—what more could you ask for?
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Air Fryer Twisted Bacon
Bacon, but make it fancy and fun. These air fryer twists have that crispy bite and sweet-savory edge that makes them disappear fast. Bonus: they’re crazy easy and ready before your coffee’s done brewing.
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Blackstone Brussel Sprouts with Bacon
If you’ve got a Blackstone, you need to try Brussels sprouts with bacon on it. It’s that perfect mix of crispy, savory, and a little smoky—aka side dish perfection. Even veggie skeptics will be on board.
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Sauteed Cast Iron Brussel Sprouts with Bacon
Need a fast side that doesn’t skimp on flavor? These cast iron Brussels sprouts with bacon are crispy, smoky, and done with just a handful of ingredients. Bonus: one pan = way less mess.
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Sweet Potato Guacamole Bacon Bites
These little sweet potato bites start out crispy on the edges and melt into soft, fluffy middles. Then they get a scoop of creamy guac and a salty hit of bacon on top—basically, a snack that checks every box. Warning: once you try one, you’ll “just one more” yourself into finishing the tray.
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Bacon Wrapped Salmon
This isn’t your average weeknight salmon. Wrapped in smoky bacon and cooked to perfection, it’s equal parts decadent and nutrient-packed. One bite in and you’ll feel like you’re dining out—without leaving your kitchen.
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Bacon Egg Cups
These bacon egg cups aren’t just cute—they’re packed with flavor thanks to fresh basil and parmesan. Whether you’re running out the door or hosting brunch, they’ve got you covered. Portable, protein-packed, and way more exciting than plain old eggs.
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Green Beans Almondine with Bacon
Crisp-tender green beans, smoky bacon, buttery almonds, and a hit of lemon—what’s not to love? This side dish is fancy enough for guests but easy enough for Tuesday dinner. Versatile, delicious, and totally worth the pan.
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Hot Bacon Cheddar Dip
Cheesy, bacon-packed, and ridiculously scoopable—this creamy dip is snack time gold. Serve it with crackers, veggies, or straight-up spoons (no judgment). It’s your go-to for adding a little indulgence to any hangout.
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Bacon Wrapped Dates
Sweet, salty, crispy—these bacon-wrapped dates check every box. They’re the kind of bite-sized snack that disappears fast and keeps people asking, “Wait, who made these?” Perfect for summer spreads or anytime you want to impress without the fuss.
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Jalapeno Popper Dip With Bacon
This jalapeño popper dip brings the heat, the cheese, and the bacon—aka everything a party dip should. It’s creamy, spicy, and ridiculously easy to throw together. If you’re looking for a crowd-pleaser with a little kick, this is it.
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Bacon, Cheddar & Green Onion Scones
Savory scones? Yes, and these are loaded with crispy bacon, melty cheddar, and the fluffiest texture. Great for breakfast, lunch, or even paired with soup for dinner—they’re the kind of baked good that does it all.
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Bacon Fried Corn
Sweet corn, crispy bacon, and a hot griddle—what more do you need? This side dish is ready in minutes and loaded with flavor. It’s simple, fast, and guaranteed to be a repeat request.
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Bacon-Wrapped Burgers
Bacon on a burger? Basic. Bacon wrapped around the burger? That’s next-level. These juicy bites are loaded with smoky flavor and cook up fast in the Ninja—weeknight win, every time.
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Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf
Meatloaf just got a serious makeover. We’re talking bacon, crunchy fried onions, and a punch of pickle-y flavor that takes it from old-school to unforgettable. Familiar, but way more fun.
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Bacon Wrapped Crackers
Salty, crispy, and totally addictive—these bacon-wrapped club crackers come out golden and perfect from the air fryer. They’re snackable, shareable, and impossible to stop eating. Good luck making just one batch.
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Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Shrimp is great—bacon-wrapped shrimp is unforgettable. That smoky, crispy bacon adds the perfect savory kick to every juicy bite. Serve it as an app or make a meal of it—you really can’t go wrong.
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