Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles Recipe Easy Balsamic Glaze Appetizer
These crispy bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles combine smoky bacon with tender asparagus and a sweet-tangy balsamic glaze for a quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 bundles (about 4 servings) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450 grams) fresh asparagus, trimmed and tough ends snapped off
- 8–10 slices thin-cut bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup (60 ml) balsamic glaze, store-bought or homemade
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Rinse asparagus under cold water and pat dry. Snap off the tough ends by bending each stalk near the bottom until it naturally breaks. Group asparagus into bundles of 3-4 stalks each.
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over asparagus bundles and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Wrap one slice of thin-cut bacon tightly around each asparagus bundle, spiraling from one end to the other. Use a toothpick if needed to secure the bacon ends.
- Place wrapped bundles seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about an inch apart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, checking around 15 minutes. Tent with foil if bacon edges crisp too fast. Asparagus should be tender but still crisp.
- Remove from oven and immediately drizzle balsamic glaze over the bundles.
- Serve warm, straight from the oven.
Notes
Use thin-cut bacon for best results. Snap asparagus ends instead of cutting for a clean break. Tent with foil if bacon browns too quickly. Drizzle balsamic glaze immediately after baking for best flavor. Can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking. Air fryer method: cook at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 2 bundles per
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
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