Best 3 Bacon Wrapped Sweet Potato Bites Recipes

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Bacon wrapped sweet potato bites are a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish that will surely impress your family and friends. With their crispy bacon exterior and tender, sweet potato interior, these bites are a perfect combination of flavors and textures. Plus, they're a great way to sneak some extra veggies into your diet! In this article, we'll provide you with a step-by-step guide to creating the perfect bacon wrapped sweet potato bites, along with some helpful tips and tricks to ensure they turn out perfectly every time. So grab your ingredients and let's get started!

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

BACON-WRAPPED SWEET POTATO BITES



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After making little bacon-wrapped sausages for years, I needed a change! I had an extra sweet potato and half a package of bacon on hand, so I put on my thinking cap and came up with this treat. -Kelly Williams, Forked River, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h5m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 large sweet potatoes (about 1-3/4 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 pound bacon strips, halved
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
Maple syrup, warmed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix butter and seasonings. Add sweet potatoes and toss to coat., Wrap 1 piece bacon around each sweet potato cube; secure with a toothpick. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Place on a parchment-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan., Bake until bacon is crisp and sweet potato is tender, 40-45 minutes. Serve with maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BACON WRAPPED SWEET POTATO BITES



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As if you needed another reason to love bacon. Don't miss this sweet and savory appetizer from Russ Crandall of The Domestic Man.

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces bacon strips, cut into thirds crosswise
1 ½ pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in 1/2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon melted butter
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch black pepper
1 pinch Sea salt to taste
1 sheet Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil. Set aside.
  • Wrap each sweet potato cube with a bacon slice, holding in place with a toothpick. Place on the prepared baking sheet, toothpicks facing up.
  • Combine the olive oil, melted butter, cinnamon and pepper, stirring until well mixed. Drizzle the mixture over the sweet potato bites. Sprinkle with sea salt. Loosely tent the toothpicks with damp paper towels and wrap the baking sheet with Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil, being careful not to pierce the foil. Bake until the potatoes are just tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and paper towels and return to the oven; bake until the bacon is crispy and the fat starts to render, 15-20 more minutes. Blot the excess fat with the paper towels, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.2 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Cholesterol 38.4 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 841.1 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

SWEET AND SPICY BACON WRAPPED POTATO BITES



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We're telling you now, you're going to want to double or triple this recipe because these potato bites are so good. From the smoky and sweet candied bacon to the sweet and spicy sauce and the creamy potatoes, you really taste each individual ingredient in every bite. Bits of cilantro add fresh flavor to this easy appetizer. These...

Provided by Rozanne James-Gooding

Categories     Meat Appetizers

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 potatoes
6 pieces of bacon cut in half
12 pieces yellow onion
4 Tbsp sweet chili sauce
1/2 c brown sugar
1/4 c chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • 1. Wash potatoes. Cut onion piece to wrap around each potato.
  • 2. Wrap bacon to cover onion. Pierce with tooth piece to seal.
  • 3. Roll in brown sugar. Bake 20-25 minutes.
  • 4. Drizzle sweet chili sauce and fresh cilantro on top. Serve!

Tips:

  • Use a variety of sweet potatoes. There are many different types of sweet potatoes available, each with its own unique flavor and texture. Experiment with different varieties to find your favorite.
  • Choose the right bacon. Not all bacon is created equal. For the best results, use a thick-cut, hardwood-smoked bacon. This type of bacon will provide the most flavor and texture to your sweet potato bites.
  • Cook the bacon until it is crispy. This will help to ensure that the bacon is flavorful and not chewy.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the sweet potatoes. This will help to prevent the sweet potatoes from breaking apart.
  • Wrap the sweet potatoes tightly with the bacon. This will help to keep the sweet potatoes from falling apart during cooking.
  • Bake the sweet potato bites at a high temperature. This will help to create a crispy exterior and a tender interior.
  • Serve the sweet potato bites immediately. They are best enjoyed when they are hot and crispy.

Conclusion:

Bacon-wrapped sweet potato bites are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.

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