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Bacon-Wrapped Chestnuts

Salty, smoky bacon encases crisp water chestnuts, then bakes in a glossy ketchup-brown sugar glaze kissed with Worcestershire for a sweet-savory bite. These caramelized nibbles deliver crunch and chew in each mouthful, perfect for parties, game days, or holiday spreads. Bacon-Wrapped Chestnuts disappear fast from any appetizer tray.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook50 mins
  • Serves18
  • DifficultyEasy
Bacon-Wrapped Chestnuts
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. 2

    Cut the bacon slices into thirds. Halve the large water chestnuts. Wrap each water chestnut with bacon and secure it with a toothpick. Arrange them on a 9x13-inch baking pan.

  3. 3

    Combine ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce in a saucepan over medium heat and cook until nearly boiling; pour over the bacon-wrapped water chestnuts.

  4. 4

    Bake in the preheated oven until the bacon is cooked and crisp, about 45 to 50 minutes.