Hot Bacon Cheese Bites

Get ready to impress with these mouthwatering Hot Bacon Cheese Bites—your ultimate appetizer for parties, game days, or indulgent snacking! These golden, puff pastry pockets are loaded with a rich, creamy filling of tangy cream cheese, sharp cheddar, crispy thick-cut bacon, and a hint of heat from fresh jalapeño. Infused with smoky paprika and aromatic garlic powder, each bite is bursting with bold flavor. Easy to prep in just 20 minutes, these savory treats bake to perfection with a flaky, buttery crust thanks to a glossy egg wash. Serve these irresistible bites warm, garnished with crumbled bacon or fresh green onions, and watch them disappear off the plate! Perfect keywords: bacon cheese bites, puff pastry appetizers, easy party recipes, baked appetizers, jalapeño cheese snacks.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 8 slices Thick-cut bacon
• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 whole Jalapeño
• 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tbsp Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Once cooked, transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to cool, then crumble into small pieces.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Stir until well combined.

Step 4

Finely dice the jalapeño (remove seeds for less spice) and mix it into the cheese mixture.

Step 5

Add the crumbled bacon to the cheese mixture, reserving a small amount for garnish if desired. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 12 equal squares, for a total of 24 pieces.

Step 7

Spoon about 1-2 teaspoons of the cheese and bacon mixture into the center of each pastry square.

Step 8

Fold the corners of the pastry square over the filling to form a small pocket and pinch the edges to seal. Place the sealed bites seam-side down onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the top of each pastry bite with the egg wash for a golden finish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with the reserved bacon bits or additional chopped green onions, if desired.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	711 grams (711.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2441

Total Fat 206.00g	264%
Saturated Fat 99.30g	497%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 655mg	218%
Sodium 3712mg	161%
Total Carbohydrate 78.70g	29%
Dietary Fiber 5.20g	19%
Total Sugars 12.80g
Protein 72.70g	145%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 1104mg	85%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 925mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.4%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 12.8%