Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts with Sweet and Spicy Glaze

Recipe Collection: Appetizer

Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts with Sweet and Spicy Glaze elevate your appetizer game with crispy bacon enveloping crunchy water chestnuts, all drizzled in a tangy, sweet sauce. Perfect for parties or casual gatherings, these bites are sure to impress your guests.

With a flavor profile that balances sweet and spicy, these rolls are versatile enough to complement any meal or stand alone as a crowd-pleasing snack. Easily accessible through the easyChef Pro App, you can find this recipe along with personalized recommendations, AI-powered pantry tracking, and a smart shopping list to streamline your meal prep.

Overview

These Sweet and Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts are a delightful appetizer that combines the crispiness of bacon with the crunch of water chestnuts, all enveloped in a sweet and tangy sauce. Perfect for parties and gatherings, these rolls are sure to be a hit with your guests.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

None specified

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 24

Cooking Time: 70 minutes

Ingredients

• 8 Ounces (oz) water chestnuts, divided
• 0.5 Pounds (lb) bacon, sliced
• 0.25 Cups mayonnaise
• 0.5 Cups light brown sugar, packed
• 0.25 Cups chili sauce, tomato-based

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Wrap each halved water chestnut with a piece of bacon. Place the rolls seam-side down in a baking dish.
3. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the bacon is crisp and cooked through. Drain off the grease.
4. In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, brown sugar, and chili sauce. Pour this mixture over the bacon-chestnut rolls.
5. Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 30 minutes.
6. Serve warm and enjoy the sweet and spicy flavors!

Enjoy your homemade Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts with Sweet and Spicy Glaze!