Irresistible Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts Recipe with Sweet Glaze
A crowd-pleasing appetizer featuring crispy bacon, crunchy water chestnuts, and a sweet, tangy glaze. Perfect for parties or family gatherings!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 55-60 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 pieces 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- Thin-cut bacon
- Canned whole water chestnuts, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup (110g) brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (60ml) ketchup
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Toothpicks
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup (110g) brown sugar, 1/4 cup (60ml) ketchup, 2 tablespoons (30ml) soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder to prepare the glaze. Set aside.
- Cut each slice of bacon in half. Wrap a piece of bacon around each water chestnut and secure with a toothpick.
- Place the bacon-wrapped water chestnuts on a wire rack set over the baking sheet or directly on the sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then remove from the oven.
- Brush each bacon-wrapped water chestnut generously with the glaze. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the glaze is bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm for the best flavor and texture!
Notes
[‘Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet to ensure even cooking.’, ‘Use thin-cut bacon for better wrapping and crisping.’, ‘Make extra glaze for dipping if desired.’, ‘Pre-soak toothpicks in water for 15 minutes to prevent burning in the oven.’, ‘Broil for the last 2-3 minutes if the bacon isn’t crisping up enough.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Protein: 3
Keywords: bacon-wrapped water chestnuts, appetizer, party food, sweet glaze, easy recipe