Description
These Spicy Bacon-wrapped Avocado Bites are a deliciously savory appetizer that combines crispy bacon with creamy avocado and a hint of spice. Perfect for parties or game day!
Ingredients
4 ripe avocados
12 slices of bacon
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop out a little extra flesh to create a larger cavity.
3. In a bowl, mix chili powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
4. Sprinkle the spice mixture into the avocado halves.
5. Wrap each avocado half with a slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if necessary.
6. Place the bacon-wrapped avocados on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy.
7. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding a sprinkle of lime juice before serving.
Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of cayenne pepper used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: bacon, avocado, appetizer, spicy