Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Bites with Herb Crust

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Elegant bite-sized appetizers featuring creamy avocado, smoky bacon, and a delicate herb-crusted finish, perfect for keto gatherings. This american-inspired keto (low-carb) ready in about 35 minutes pairs medium (about 120g each) avocado, strips (60g) bacon, (30g) cream cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, 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.

★ 4.1 (8 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 American cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 6 bacon strips on a wire rack over a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden and crisp, then drain on paper towels.
  2. Step 2: Cut each avocado in half lengthwise, remove pits, and gently scoop out 1/4 of the flesh from each half to create a well; reserve the scooped flesh for later.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp cream cheese, 1 tbsp chopped chives, 1 tsp thyme leaves, and 1/2 tsp everything bagel seasoning until smooth and well combined.
  4. Step 4: Spoon 1.5 tsp of the herb-cream cheese mixture into each avocado half, pressing gently to fill the well, then top with 1.5 tsp reserved avocado flesh for texture.
  5. Step 5: Wrap each stuffed avocado half with 2 bacon strips, overlapping slightly, securing with a toothpick, and place cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Step 6: Bake for 18-20 minutes until bacon is crisp and edges of avocado are golden, checking at 15 minutes to prevent burning.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Bites with Herb Crust take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Bites with Herb Crust?

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 strips (60g) bacon from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Bites with Herb Crust?

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 Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Bites with Herb Crust for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Bites with Herb Crust low-carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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