Best 5 Bacon And Tomato Cups Recipes

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When seeking a quick and delectable appetizer or snack, bacon and tomato cups emerge as a prime choice. These delightful creations, often referred to as BLT cups or tomato bacon cups, blend the irresistible flavors of crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and tangy cheese, all nestled within a savory shell made from halved cherry or grape tomatoes. Whether you're hosting a party, craving a satisfying afternoon bite, or simply seeking a unique way to enjoy the classic combination of bacon, lettuce, and tomato, these bacon and tomato cups are guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BACON AND TOMATO CUPS



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Little buttermilk biscuit cups are baked with a savory mixture of bacon and tomato inside.

Provided by TABKAT

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Bacon     Appetizers

Time 42m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 slices bacon
1 tomato, chopped
½ onion, chopped
3 ounces shredded Swiss cheese
½ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 (16 ounce) can refrigerated buttermilk biscuit dough

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a mini muffin pan.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until evenly brown. Drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon into a medium mixing bowl; add chopped tomato, onion, Swiss cheese, mayonnaise, and basil.
  • Separate biscuits into halves horizontally. Place each half into prepared mini muffin pan. Fill each biscuit half with the bacon mixture.
  • Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 18.2 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 429.6 mg, Sugar 2 g

TOMATO AND BACON SALAD IN BIBB LETTUCE CUPS



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Categories     Leafy Green     Tomato     Appetizer     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy     Basil     Bacon     Summer     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 24 hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 vine-ripened tomatoes, seeded and chopped fine (about 2 cups)
6 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet onion, or to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar, or to taste
24 outer Bibb lettuce leaves (about 4 heads), washed and patted dry about 1/4 cup finely shredded fresh basil leaves plus basil sprigs for garnish

Steps:

  • In a bowl toss together tomatoes, bacon , onion, oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. Spoon mixture into lettuce leaves and sprinkle with shredded basil.
  • Serve lettuce cups on a platter garnished with basil sprigs.

BACON AND TOMATO CUPS



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This is a great recipe, easy to make, and popular with kids! I recommend the Pillsbury Grands sized ones as easiest to use to make these tasty breakfast, lunch, or dinner treats.

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 muffin cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
1/4 cup chopped or minced onion
1 cup seeded and diced roma tomato
4 ounces shredded swiss cheese
1/4 cup sour cream or 1/4 plain yogurt
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 (16 ounce) can refrigerated biscuits (large sized biscuits)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Spray or grease the cups of a muffin tin.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon and onion together until bacon is evenly browned and onion is soft; pour through sieve then let drain well and cool on paper towels.
  • Combine cooled bacon/onion mixture with tomato, Swiss cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and basil.
  • Flatten each biscuit with your hand or a rolling pin and press into the cups of the muffin tin; the dough needs to come to the top of each cup.
  • Place a portion of the bacon mixture into each dough cup.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown.
  • Makes 4 to 6 muffin cups.

BACON AND TOMATO CUPS



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Yield 18 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 slices pre-cooked bacon
1 tomato, chopped
1/2 onion, chopped
3 ounces shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 16oz can refrigerated buttermilk biscuit dough

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease a muffin pan. Heat bacon according to package. Drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon into a medium mixing bowl, and mix with tomato, onion, Swiss cheese, mayonnaise and basil. Separate biscuits into halves horizontally. Place each half into the muffin tin cups. Fill each biscuit half with the bacon mixture. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown. Serve warm.

BACON AND TOMATO CUPS



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A super bowl party favorite.

Provided by Cathy Tuten

Categories     Meat Appetizers

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 slice bacon, cooked and drained
1/2 small sweet onion , chopped
1 can(s) rotel diced tomatoes, drained
5 fresh basil leaves, rolled up and cut very thin
1 c shredded cheese of your choice
1 can(s) flaky biscuits (8) divided into thirds
1/4 c mayonnaise
24 count mini muffin pan
1/2 lb ground beef
1 pkg taco seasoning (your choice)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cook bacon till crispy and drain bacon fat, set aside. Save bacon fat in pan. Cook onion in bacon fat till tender and then add tomatoes. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove onion and tomatoes and drain, set aside.
  • 2. Cook ground beef till done and drain grease off. Add taco seasoning cook as instuctions indicate. In the meantime while ground beef is cooking cut your basil (chiffonade). Set aside. Reserve 2 tablespoons of shredded cheese and set aside.
  • 3. In a bowl combine onion and tomato mixture, the rest of the shredded cheese, basil and ground beef mixture. Combine till well blended add mayonnaise, and mix well.
  • 4. Separate each biscuit into thirds if you can, if not just half them. This will cause you to have less cups. You will have 16 to 24 thin biscuits. Spray mini muffin tin with buttered flavored non stick spray. Press bisquits into each muffin tin. Spoon 1 tablespoon full into the middle of each biscuit. Top each with a sprinkle of cheese.
  • 5. Bake at 375 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes just till bubbly and golden in color. Let cool in tin for about 7 minutes. Remove, serve warm or at room temp.

Tips:

  • Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil or another herb of your choice.
  • You can use any type of cheese that you like, but a firm cheese like mozzarella or cheddar will work best.
  • If you don't have bacon, you can use another type of meat, such as sausage or ham.
  • Be careful not to overcook the tomatoes, as they will become mushy.
  • Serve the bacon and tomato cups immediately after they are made, while they are still hot and crispy.

Conclusion:

Bacon and tomato cups are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and they can be ready in just a few minutes. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty snack, give bacon and tomato cups a try. You won't be disappointed!

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