Description
Bacon Guac Bombs are a delightful appetizer featuring creamy, zesty guacamole balls rolled in crispy, smoky bacon. Perfect for parties or snack time, these bite-sized snacks combine the freshness of avocados with the bold flavors of garlic, lime, and spices, complemented by the irresistible crunch of bacon.
Ingredients
Scale
Bacon
- 12 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Guacamole
- 2 avocados, pitted, peeled, and mashed
- 6 oz. cream cheese, softened
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 red onion, minced
- 1 small jalapeno, seeded if preferred less heat, chopped
- 2 Tbsp. freshly chopped cilantro
- 1/2 tsp. cumin
- 1/2 tsp. chili powder
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the guacamole: In a large bowl, combine the mashed avocados, softened cream cheese, lime juice, minced garlic, red onion, jalapeno, chopped cilantro, cumin, and chili powder. Stir the mixture until it is mostly smooth, allowing some chunks for texture. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Cover and place the bowl in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to let the mixture firm up slightly.
- Form and coat the guac bombs: Spread the crumbled bacon evenly on a large plate. Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, scoop out portions of the chilled guacamole mixture. Roll each portion in the crumbled bacon, pressing gently so the bacon adheres well to the outside. Repeat this process until all the guacamole and bacon are used.
- Chill and serve: Store the finished bacon guac bombs in the refrigerator until ready to serve. This helps maintain their shape and enhances the flavors. Serve chilled as a party appetizer or snack.
Notes
- You can adjust the jalapeno amount or remove seeds to control the heat level in the guacamole.
- For easier rolling, chill the guacamole slightly before forming into balls.
- Use full-fat cream cheese for richer texture and flavor.
- Bacon can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for faster assembly.
- These guac bombs are best served fresh but can stay refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bacon guac bomb
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
