These bacon appetizers will be the talk of the party.

Bacon can makealmostanything better, including appetizers of course.

Start any party or gathering off right by serving one (or a few!)

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of these appetizers with bacon.

It can be served alongside crostini, crackers, or as part of a charcuterie board.

Frying the egg halves in reserved bacon drippings before filling also adds another layer of salty flavor.

Bacon Jam

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We guarantee it’ll be talked about all night.

It comes together in just 15 minutes.

Candied Bacon Crackers

When used together, maple syrup and bacon create the perfect salty-sweet bite.

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you’re able to sprinkle crackers with fresh black pepper after baking if desired.

Bacon Bow Tie Crackers

This bacon appetizer just may be our simplest recipe of all time.

It transforms just two ingredients, bacon and crackers, into a crowd-pleasing snack.

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Serve it with toast points or crostini so you won’t miss the bread.

It has not one, not two, but three types of cheese on the ingredient list.

Just those three ingredients are needed to create a flavorful appetizer.

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This recipe combines two classic recipes into one bite-sized appetizer.

Just double-check you have enough toothpicks for serving.

Bacon Bow Tie Crackers

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Mini Tomato Sandwiches With Bacon Mayonnaise

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Baked BLT Dip

jalapeno poppers

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jalapeno popper dip in a skillet with beer and tortilla chips

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Bacon Bites

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Afterburners

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Loaded Deviled Eggs - Southern Living

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Maple Bacon Smokies

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