Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles with Cream Cheese
Tender asparagus spears wrapped in smoky bacon and stuffed with a creamy herb cheese filling, baked until crisp and golden for a perfect keto appetizer or side dish. This american-inspired keto (keto, low carb) ready in about 35 minutes pairs spears, trimmed asparagus spears, halved lengthwise bacon slices, softened cream cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 16 spears, trimmed asparagus spears
- 8 slices, halved lengthwise bacon slices
- 4 oz, softened cream cheese
- 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh chives
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 4 oz softened cream cheese with 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth.
- Step 3: Divide 16 trimmed asparagus spears into 8 bundles of 2 spears each.
- Step 4: Spread about 1 tsp of the cream cheese mixture along each bacon half-slice (8 slices halved lengthwise).
- Step 5: Wrap each asparagus bundle tightly with one cream cheese-coated bacon strip, making sure to cover the spears evenly.
- Step 6: Place the bundles seam side down on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Step 7: Bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crisp and asparagus is tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 8: Remove from oven and let cool for 3 minutes before serving warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles with Cream Cheese take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles with Cream Cheese?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep softened cream cheese from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles with Cream Cheese?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles with Cream Cheese for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles with Cream Cheese keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
