Crispy Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Bundles with Maple Glaze
These easy bacon wrapped asparagus bundles are glazed with maple syrup for a sweet and smoky side dish. With just five ingredients and under 30 minutes, they’re a crowd-pleasing addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 bundles (about 4 servings) 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound asparagus spears, trimmed
- 8–10 thin-cut bacon slices
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Wash and trim asparagus, removing woody ends. Dry thoroughly.
- Divide asparagus into 8–10 bundles, using 3–4 spears per bundle.
- Wrap each bundle with one thin bacon slice, overlapping slightly and tucking ends underneath.
- Place bundles seam-side down on prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Brush exposed asparagus tips with olive oil.
- Sprinkle bundles with black pepper.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then flip bundles with tongs.
- Brush each bundle with maple syrup.
- Return to oven and bake an additional 8–10 minutes, until bacon is golden and crispy and asparagus is tender.
- Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes for extra crispiness, watching closely.
- Let bundles cool for 3–5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use thin-cut bacon for best crispiness. Dry asparagus well before wrapping. Flip bundles halfway for even cooking. Brush maple glaze near the end to avoid burning. For gluten-free, check bacon and maple syrup labels. Variations include using turkey bacon, adding parmesan, or swapping veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bundles
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
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