Get ready to transform your ordinary appetizer game with these mind-blowing Pimento Cheese Bacon Crackers that will make your taste buds dance! Imagine a crispy cracker loaded with creamy, spicy pimento cheese and topped with irresistible crispy bacon bits - this is not just a snack, it's a flavor explosion waiting to happen. Whether you're hosting a party, looking for a quick game-day treat, or simply craving something incredibly delicious, these crackers are about to become your new obsession. Prepare for compliments and recipe requests, because these little bites are guaranteed to steal the show!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup pimento cheese spread
- 12 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 box of crackers (your choice)
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp and golden brown. Transfer cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
- Arrange crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overlapping.
- Using a small offset spatula or butter knife, spread a generous layer of pimento cheese onto each cracker, covering the surface evenly.
- Sprinkle the crumbled bacon pieces over the pimento cheese, distributing them evenly across the crackers.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the edges of the crackers start to turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the crackers cool for 2-3 minutes on the baking sheet.
- Garnish with thinly sliced green onions for added freshness and color.
- Transfer the crackers to a serving platter and serve warm. These can be enjoyed immediately or at room temperature.
- Store any leftover crackers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat briefly in the oven to restore crispness before serving.
Tips
- • Choose a sturdy cracker that can hold the cheese and bacon without breaking • Make sure bacon is extra crispy for the best texture and flavor • Use room temperature pimento cheese for easier spreading • Don't overcrowd the baking sheet to ensure even heating • Watch crackers closely in the last few minutes of baking to prevent burning • For extra kick, consider adding a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the pimento cheese • These crackers are best served warm, but can be enjoyed at room temperature • Prep ingredients ahead of time to make assembly quick and easy • Use high-quality bacon for maximum flavor impact
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
