Bacon Wrapped Bananas

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 3

Savory Bacon Wrapped Bananas for a Sweet and Salty Snack

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

284

Sugar

18g

Fat

14g

Bacon Wrapped Bananas may sound strange, but they are a surprisingly delicious appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe turns an ordinary banana into a sweet and savory treat that is sure to impress your guests. The contrast between the soft banana and the crispy, salty bacon is a flavor explosion that everyone will love. This recipe is easy to make and only requires a few ingredients, making it a great last-minute appetizer or snack.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2.	In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and honey.
3.	Thread a toothpick through each banana chunk and wrap a piece of bacon around each one.
4.	Brush the bacon-wrapped bananas with the soy sauce-honey mixture.
5.	Place the bananas on a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
6.	Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the bacon is crispy and the banana is soft.
7.	Let the bananas cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

These bacon-wrapped bananas are a sweet and salty combination that is sure to please any palate.

They are easy to make and require only a few ingredients.

CONS

This recipe is not vegan or vegetarian-friendly.

The bacon may be too greasy and high in sodium for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bananas are a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamins B6 and C.
Bacon is high in protein but also high in fat and sodium.
Using lower sodium soy sauce and baking instead of frying can make this recipe slightly healthier.

	1/4 cup soy sauce
	1 tablespoon honey
	4 ripe bananas , each cut into 5 chunks
	10 slices bacon , halved crosswise
	20 toothpicks