If bacon is your love language, then you’re in the right place! We’ve rounded up 19 incredible bacon-inspired recipes that will make your mouth water. From appetizers to mains, there’s a little something for everyone. Get ready to say “bacon makes everything better!”—because these recipes will prove it.

Caramelized Bacon

Caramelized Bacon. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Bacon gets a sweet twist! This recipe coats your favorite strips in a caramelized glaze for the ultimate combination of salty and sweet. Perfect as a snack or a topping for your favorite dish.
Get the Recipe: Caramelized Bacon

Jalapeno Creamed Corn with Bacon

Jalapeno Creamed Corn with Bacon. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Spice up your side dishes! Sweet corn meets smoky bacon and spicy jalapenos in this creamy, indulgent recipe. It’s the perfect addition to your dinner table.
Get the Recipe: Jalapeno Creamed Corn with Bacon

Oven Baked Bacon

Oven Baked Bacon. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

No splatters, no mess—just perfectly crisp bacon every time. This oven-baked method is a lifesaver for batch cooking when one or two strips just won’t cut it.
Get the Recipe: Oven Baked Bacon

Bacon Wrapped Onion Rings

Stack of bacon wrapped onion rings.
Bacon Wrapped Onion Rings. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Onion rings but make them baconized! These smoky, crispy bacon-wrapped onion rings are a game day snack you can’t miss.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Onion Rings

Homemade Cheese Bacon Nachos Chips

Keto Cheese Bacon Nachos Chips on a dark napkin.
Homemade Cheese Bacon Nachos Chips. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Cheese? Check. Bacon? Check. Crunchy homemade nachos? Double-check! This combo is perfect for your next Netflix binge or game night snack.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Cheese Bacon Nachos Chips

Zucchini Boats with Bacon

Stuffed zucchinis on a baking paper.
Zucchini Boats with Bacon. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Looking for a low-carb delight? These stuffed zucchini boats brimming with cheesy bacon goodness are filling, flavorful, and healthy-ish (thanks to the zucchini!).
Get the Recipe: Zucchini Boats with Bacon

Sweet Potato Guacamole Bacon Bites

Sweet potato bites topped with guacamole and bacon.
Sweet Potato Guacamole Bacon Bites. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Sweet, savory, and salty collide in these bite-sized wonders. Sweet potato rounds topped with creamy guac and crispy bacon are the perfect appetizer for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Guacamole Bacon Bites

Bacon, Cheddar & Green Onion Scones

Bacon, Cheddar, Green Onion Scones on a black plate.
Bacon, Cheddar & Green Onion Scones. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Savory scones are the fancy brunch surprise your friends didn’t know they needed. Each bite is packed with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and fresh green onion.
Get the Recipe: Bacon, Cheddar & Green Onion Scones

Bacon Wrapped Pineapple

Close-up of several bacon-wrapped items secured with toothpicks, arranged on a white surface.
Bacon Wrapped Pineapple. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

Sweet pineapple chunks get a smoky upgrade! Wrap them in bacon for the ultimate tropical snack or appetizer.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Pineapple

Cheese and Bacon Cob Loaf

A person pulls a cheesy topping from a bread bowl filled with melted cheese and bacon bits.
Cheese and Bacon Cob Loaf. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

Cheesy, balcony, and baked to perfection—this cob loaf dip is the definition of comfort food. A guaranteed hit at parties!
Get the Recipe: Cheese and Bacon Cob Loaf

Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin

A platter piled with bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin slices and pan juices.
Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

Why stop at one layer of flavor? Wrapping pork loin in smoky bacon creates a juicy, flavorful roast that’s perfect for special dinners.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin

Bacon and Egg Salad

Egg salad on a piece of white bread.
Bacon and Egg Salad. Photo credit: Eggs All Ways.

Breakfast lovers will adore this twist on a classic. Crispy bacon and perfectly boiled eggs make this an irresistible salad for any time of day.
Get the Recipe: Bacon and Egg Salad

Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad Cucumber Boats

Bacon ranch chicken salad cucumber boats lined up on a plate.
Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad Cucumber Boats. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Light, fresh, and satisfying! These cucumber boats filled with bacon ranch chicken salad are a perfect low-carb lunch or snack.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad Cucumber Boats

Chicken Bacon Ranch Poppers

A chicken bacon ranch popper skewered by a toothpick.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Poppers. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Tiny, poppable bites of chicken wrapped in bacon and seasoned with ranch? Yes, please! These are the ultimate party snack.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Bacon Ranch Poppers

Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders

A tray of bacon cheeseburger sliders topped with sesame seeds and served on a dark surface, with a red checkered cloth and pickles nearby.
Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

All the flavors of a loaded bacon cheeseburger, mini-sized! These sliders are perfect for game day, parties, or even a casual dinner.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders

Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs

Four bacon-wrapped chicken thighs with parsley garnish on white plate.
Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Indulge in the irresistible combination of juicy chicken thighs wrapped in crispy bacon. These bacon-wrapped chicken thighs are the perfect balance of savory flavors and textures, making them a delicious and easy-to-make meal option.
Get the Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs

Bacon and Cheddar Biscuits

A picture of biscuits with bacon and cheese on top cooling on rack.
Bacon and Cheddar Biscuits. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Make these delicious bacon and cheddar biscuits for dinner tonight and enjoy a cheesy roll packed with a drool-worthy blend of ranch seasoning, shredded cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon. Start out with a simple coconut flour fat head dough and end with a guilt-free dinner side.
Get the Recipe: Bacon and Cheddar Biscuits

Shrimp Bacon Potato Chowder

Shrimp and Potato Chowder in a large crock.
Shrimp Bacon Potato Chowder. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Shrimp Bacon Potato Chowder Recipe is chunky and hearty with yummy shrimp, tender potatoes, sweet corn, and smoky bacon. It’s a delicious complete meal in one bowl.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Bacon Potato Chowder

15 Minute Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap

Chicken Bacon lettuce and tomatoes wrapped in tortilla.
15 Minute Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

15 Minute Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap {Crack Wrap} recipe is an easy and quick meal that’s packed with flavor.
Get the Recipe: 15 Minute Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap

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