By Becky Hardin
Published Nov 16, 2018
I’m a fan of bacon wrapped anything. Seriously, think of a food, wrap it in bacon, and you’ve got a delicious appetizer. These bacon wrapped crackers might seem strange at first, but trust me… once they’re in your mouth, you’ll see just how genius this recipe is. These tasty crackers are the perfect appetizer for game day and holidays!
I made this easy appetizer with only 4 ingredients: crackers, bacon, brown sugar, and parmesan cheese. My bacon wrapped crackers have a wonderful sweet and savory flavor, but of course, the bacon is what really stands out! The crackers are easy to assemble, then you just let them bake to perfection. Yum!
What’s in This Bacon Wrapped Crackers Recipe?
- Club Crackers : These crackers are the perfect shape for wrapping with bacon. You can definitely use other types of crackers, but they may be more difficult to wrap depending on their shape. I personally like the multi-grain flavor, but any flavor will do!
- Bacon : I used pepper bacon and loved the hint of spice it gave these crackers. However, any kind of bacon works, so long as it is sliced thin.
- Brown Sugar: I like dark brown sugar for a richer taste, but light brown also works.
- Cheese: I love the saltiness and umami flavor of Parmesan cheese, but any cheese will work, so feel free to experiment!
Tips for Success
- Use thin-sliced bacon for the best results. With thicker bacon, you may need to use toothpicks to hold the bacon closed over the crackers.
- Hold the crackers steady when wrapping them so the brown sugar and/or parmesan cheese doesn’t fall off!
- Many readers have made these with a combination of Parmesan and brown sugar and loved them! If you’d like them this way, simply mix the Parm and brown sugar together before scooping onto the crackers.
How to Store and Reheat
If you have any of these bacon wrapped crackers leftover… well, you probably won’t because they’re really delicious and so easy to eat. But, if you do have extras, or if you make a couple of batches at once, they are easy to save. After cooking, let them cool and then throw them all in a freezer-safe bag. They’ll keep in the fridge for up to 3 days, but I recommend freezing them for up to 1 month.
To reheat, remove them from the freezer and let them thaw in the bag. Then lay them out on a baking sheet and reheat for about 15-20 minutes at 250°F. The oven does a nice job of crisping up the crackers and bacon, even after being frozen!
Serving Suggestions
These bacon wrapped crackers are a great little treat all by themselves, but they’re also so tasty with a creamy spread. A smooth and flavorful herb cream cheese dip adds a fresh, tangy touch, while a rich whipped feta dip gives that salty, creamy balance I can never resist. And when I really want to impress, I bring out my crack dip — it’s always the first bowl to disappear!
I recommend using a butter knife to spread the dip over the crackers, as the bacon can make a bit of a mess when going right in for the dip.
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 38-45 Club crackers I used Multi-grain (1 sleeve)
- ▢ 1 pound thin-sliced pepper bacon
- ▢ 1 cup dark brown sugar
- ▢ 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, then place an oven-safe wire cooling rack on top. Spray the rack with cooking spray.
- Lay the crackers flat in rows on the wire rack. 38-45 Club crackers
- Cut the bacon in half. 1 pound thin-sliced pepper bacon
- Place 1 teaspoon of cheese and/or brown sugar on each cracker. 1 cup dark brown sugar, 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Carefully wrap ½ slice of bacon around each cheese or sugar-covered cracker. (Be careful not to let the cheese or sugar fall off.)
- Place the bacon wrapped crackers seam-side down on the rack.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours.
- If needed, broil the crackers for just 1-2 minutes at the very end to crisp and caramelize the bacon. Watch closely or the sugar will burn quickly. Let cool slightly before enjoying.
Becky’s Tips
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Bacon Wrapped Crackers Step by Step
Prep the Baking Sheet: Preheat the oven to 250°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, then place an oven-safe wire cooling rack on top. Spray the rack with cooking spray.
Prep the Crackers and Bacon: Lay 38-45 club crackers flat in rows on the wire rack. Cut each strip of 1 pound of thin-sliced pepper bacon in half.
Top the Crackers: Place 1 teaspoon of cheese and/or brown sugar on each cracker.
Wrap the Crackers: Carefully wrap ½ slice of bacon around each cheese or sugar-covered cracker. (Be careful not to let the cheese or sugar fall off.) Place the bacon wrapped crackers seam-side down on the rack.
Bake the Crackers: Bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours. If needed, broil the crackers for just 1-2 minutes at the very end to crisp and caramelize the bacon. Watch closely or the sugar will burn quickly. Let cool slightly before enjoying.
More Bacon Wrapped Appetizers to Try!
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts Recipe
Bacon Wrapped Tater Tots Recipe (Sweet and Spicy!)
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Bacon Wrapped Crackers
Ingredients
- 38-45 Club crackers I used Multi-grain (1 sleeve)
- 1 pound thin-sliced pepper bacon
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, then place an oven-safe wire cooling rack on top. Spray the rack with cooking spray.
- Lay the crackers flat in rows on the wire rack. 38-45 Club crackers
- Cut the bacon in half. 1 pound thin-sliced pepper bacon
- Place 1 teaspoon of cheese and/or brown sugar on each cracker. 1 cup dark brown sugar, 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Carefully wrap ½ slice of bacon around each cheese or sugar-covered cracker. (Be careful not to let the cheese or sugar fall off.)
- Place the bacon wrapped crackers seam-side down on the rack.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours.
- If needed, broil the crackers for just 1-2 minutes at the very end to crisp and caramelize the bacon. Watch closely or the sugar will burn quickly. Let cool slightly before enjoying.
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Notes
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
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- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
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- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
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- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
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CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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Stock Your Kitchen
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Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
