Crispy Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts
These Crispy Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts are sweet, salty, and crunchy bites perfect for parties, drizzled with a caramelizing brown sugar glaze.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 can canned water chestnuts drained and patted dry
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar can be substituted with maple syrup for a different flavor
- 12 slices bacon can use turkey bacon to reduce fat
- 1 pinch black pepper optional for added flavor
- 1 pinch smoked paprika optional for a smoky taste
- 6 toothpicks to secure bacon to hold bacon in place
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Drain and thoroughly pat dry the water chestnuts with paper towels. Place them in a mixing bowl.
- Add 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar to the bowl with the chestnuts. Toss gently until each chestnut is coated with sugar.
- Cut each bacon slice in half (or thirds if using thick-cut). Wrap one piece of bacon around each chestnut, securing it with a toothpick.
- Place a wire rack over a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Arrange the bacon-wrapped chestnuts on the rack, spaced evenly.
Baking
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turning each piece halfway through for even crisping.
- Watch the sugar glaze to ensure it caramelizes to a shiny golden brown without burning.
- Let the bites cool on the rack for 5 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best results, reheat in an oven to retain crispiness. Avoid common mistakes such as not drying chestnuts or overcrowding the pan.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgSugar: 5g
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