Description
Bacon Roses are a delightful twist on traditional appetizers, transforming crispy bacon into beautiful rose-shaped bites that are perfect for any occasion. With their smoky flavor and stunning presentation, these savory treats are sure to impress your guests or surprise your loved ones on special days like Valentine’s Day. Enjoy the mouthwatering aroma of baking bacon while creating a dish that is both flavorful and visually stunning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb thick-cut bacon
- 4 clean rose stems or bamboo skewers
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary (optional)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Clean the rose stems or cut the bamboo skewers to desired lengths.
- Cut each bacon strip in half and roll each piece tightly from one end to create a rose shape.
- Slide the rolled bacon onto the skewer, keeping them close together to form a flower.
- Sprinkle with rosemary and brown sugar if desired.
- Place the skewered bacon roses on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until crispy.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bacon rose (35g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg