Bacon makes me happy inside. Scrummy bacon sandwiches, bacon-wrapped anything, bacon cheeseburgers… I’ll take one of each.
Maybe it’s the salty-meaty taste or the dreamy crispy texture? Or maybe it’s the drool-worthy aroma it gives off when sizzling in a hot skillet. Either way, these bacon recipes are too good to miss.
1. Bacon Baked Beans
Let’s turn that can of pork and beans into something truly special, shall we?
This recipe takes that humble can and transforms it into a casserole that feels rustic and smells absolutely incredible. The beans get cooked up with molasses, brown sugar, and ketchup, giving them this amazing sweet and tangy flavor.
And the bacon on top? It adds the perfect savory, smoky finish. I seriously had no idea baked beans could be this good.
2. Bacon and Egg Hash
Searching for the perfect brunch dish? A cozy hash like this will never let you down. This recipe is a home run, combining potatoes, bacon, eggs, and cheese into one pan of deliciousness.
You just can’t go wrong with that combo! It’s so good, it makes me want to make brunch an everyday thing.
3. Elvis Sandwich
I mean, come on. It’s bacon, bananas, and peanut butter all smooshed between two slices of white bread. There are honestly no words for how ridiculously amazing this sandwich is!
This is one of those recipes you just have to try. All I can say is, thank you, thank you very much, Elvis.
4. Maple Bacon Donuts
Just imagine this: you’re kicking back on a cool afternoon with a hot cup of coffee and a perfect maple-glazed donut. Sounds pretty great, right?
Now, what if that donut was topped with crunchy little bits of bacon? YES. That is what I call heaven in a single bite. These donuts have it all, they’re sweet, smoky, soft, and crunchy. It’s everything you could ever want.
5. Chocolate Bacon Bark
I don’t think any two words in the English language can capture pure happiness better than chocolate and bacon. It’s just a glorious combination that is guaranteed to make your taste buds sing.
You get that sweet, decadent chocolate paired with salty, smoky bacon, and it is pure magic.
6. Eggplant Bacon
Vegans and vegetarians, get excited! You can finally get in on the bacon action, but with eggplant. Eggplant is such a versatile ingredient, and its substantial texture makes it perfect for so many meatless dishes.
Just slice up the eggplant into strips that look like bacon, brush them with a smoky, sweet, and savory marinade, and then pop them in the oven until they’re nice and crispy.
7. Bacon Cheese Dip
What happens when you mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and bacon in one bowl? You get a seriously addictive dip that you’ll want to eat with a spoon, no chips required.
This dip checks all the boxes. Is it creamy? Yes. Is it cheesy? Absolutely. Is it crispy and smoky? You know it!
8. BLT Sandwich
The BLT is a classic sandwich that I think the world will just never get tired of. It’s such a simple combination, just bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes, but it always hits the spot.
Put those three ingredients between two slices of white bread and you have a breakfast that will make your whole day better.
9. Bacon-Cheddar Popcorn
Let’s give your popcorn a major upgrade with this bacon and cheddar recipe that’s perfect for your next movie night or party.
You use the leftover oil from frying the bacon to pop the kernels, which gives the popcorn a flavor that might just be better than butter. Then, you crumble up the crispy bacon and sprinkle it all over for a fantastic texture.
10. Crispy Microwaved Bacon
You’re craving bacon but don’t want to heat up a pan or the oven? The microwave is your best friend here.
I know some bacon purists might turn their noses up at this, but the bacon comes out just as crispy and tastes just as delicious as bacon cooked any other way.
A little tip from me to you, place a few paper towels over the bacon to help with splatter and keep it from getting soggy.
11. Bacon Brittle
Looking for that perfect sweet and salty snack to enjoy while you binge-watch your favorite show? Look no further. Bacon brittle is everything you need.
This is a fun spin on the classic peanut brittle, but instead of peanuts, we’re using bacon. Because, why not? It’s crisp, crunchy, sweet, and salty all at once. It’s so good you might eat the whole batch in one sitting.
12. Cheesy Bacon Butternut Squash
This cheesy bacon butternut squash skillet is going to totally blow you away. It’s made with sweet roasted butternut squash, lots of cheese, and bacon, making it a seriously addictive dish. It’s even pretty enough for Instagram!
That combination of crisp and tender squash, gooey cheese, and smoky bacon makes this one of my go-to recipes at home.
13. Mushroom Bacon
Who ever said you can’t be vegan and still enjoy the deliciousness of bacon? Here is another meatless bacon recipe that both vegans and meat lovers will totally love.
With this easy recipe, you can turn your favorite mushroom, whether it’s portobello, button, shiitake, or king oyster, into crispy and smoky bacon. The person who came up with this is a genius!
14. Turkey Bacon and Avocado Grilled Cheese
If I were stranded on a desert island, I would be perfectly happy with just this sandwich. Turkey meat can be a little bland by itself, but there are so many ways to give it a flavor boost.
Take this grilled cheese sandwich, for example. It’s loaded up with turkey, tomatoes, avocados, bacon, basil, and cheese, making it pure happiness you can eat.
15. Bacon Fettuccine Alfredo
A classic pasta dish served up with applewood smoked bacon? You have my attention. Fettuccine alfredo is already wonderful, but when you mix in those crispy, salty, and smoky bacon crumbles, it adds so many layers of flavor and texture.
And since there’s spinach in it, we can feel a little bit better about eating it, right?
16. Candied Bacon
Candied bacon is hands-down one of the greatest culinary inventions ever. This sweet, smoky, and crunchy treat is amazing with just about anything, from pancakes and cupcakes to a big bowl of ice cream.
It’s also super easy to make. All you have to do is coat some thick slabs of bacon in brown sugar or maple syrup and then bake them for about 25 minutes. The result is the most incredible candy-coated bacon that will disappear in seconds.
17. Caramelized Onion, Spinach & Bacon Pizza
Who doesn’t love a good pizza? And if you’re one of the few who don’t, I promise this recipe will change your mind.
You can top a pizza with pretty much anything, but this simple-to-make version uses just three main toppings: caramelized onions, spinach, and bacon.
There’s such an amazing balance of flavors here, with the sweet and spicy onions, the fresh spinach, and the salty, smoky bacon.
18. Bacon Guacamole
Guacamole, made with mashed avocado, spices, and lime juice, is already a top-tier Mexican dip or topping. But do you know what takes it from great to absolutely incredible? Bacon.
Just picture it, your favorite chips getting dipped into rich guacamole that has extra little bits of smoky bacon. Amazing, right?
19. Oven Roasted Vegetables with Bacon
You know what will get kids to eat their vegetables? Bacon. This recipe has been tried and tested, and it can make even the pickiest eaters fall in love with veggies. This dish is an explosion of color and texture!
The vegetables are baked until they’re perfectly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. And the bacon? Oh my gosh. It’s so crisp and crunchy, it takes the whole dish to another level.
20. Bacon Mac and Cheese
This is the ultimate comfort food, but now we’re adding bacon! Mac and cheese can be dressed up in all sorts of ways, but this recipe keeps things nice and simple.
Just cut the bacon into small bits before you fry it up, so it cooks faster. You’ll use some of the leftover bacon oil as part of the cheese sauce. Then, just sprinkle all those bacon bits on top for that satisfying crunch.
21. Bacon Brownies
Dessert lovers are going to go wild for this sweet and salty treat. These brownies are packed with chocolate and a whole lot of bacon.
You fold both the chocolate and the bacon into the batter, which creates the most decadent batch of brownies you’ll ever have!
They are so good, it’s impossible to just have one.
22. Bacon Chips
This next dish really lets bacon be the star of the show. Is there a better snack than bacon? I think not.
With this simple recipe, you can munch on this crisp and savory treat just like you would with a bag of chips!
It’s so easy to make, all you have to do is pop some bacon strips in the oven. The hardest part is just waiting for them to be done! Good thing it only takes 20 minutes.