How do you make bacon wrapped asparagus in the oven?

To make bacon wrapped asparagus in the oven, start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. Trim the asparagus, divide into bundles of 3–4 spears, then wrap each bundle with a slice of thin bacon. Place bundles on the sheet, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until bacon is crispy. For extra flavor, brush with balsamic vinegar before serving. Avoid sogginess by using thin bacon and spreading bundles evenly on the tray.

Can you prepare bacon wrapped asparagus ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare bacon wrapped asparagus ahead by wrapping the bundles and storing them in the refrigerator for up to 1 day before cooking. Partially cook or fully cook, then refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. To re-crisp, reheat in a 375°F oven or air fryer for a few minutes. Flavors remain good, though texture is best fresh.

What kind of bacon is best for wrapping asparagus?

Thinly sliced bacon is ideal as it crisps evenly and wraps tightly. Thick slices take longer to cook and may leave the bacon chewy or unevenly cooked. Turkey bacon or prosciutto can also be used as alternatives for different flavor profiles and dietary preferences.

How do you keep bacon wrapped asparagus from getting soggy?

To keep bacon wrapped asparagus crispy, pat the asparagus dry before wrapping, use thin bacon slices, and avoid overcrowding bundles on the baking tray or grill. Cooking at a high temperature (400°F in the oven or medium-high on the grill) promotes browning and crispiness. Brushing melted butter over the bundles helps bacon crisp better. Also, choose asparagus spears of similar size for even cooking.

Bacon Wrapped Asparagus: Crispy Oven & Grill Tips

Ingredients

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18 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
6 slices of thinly sliced bacon
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Divide asparagus into bundles of three or four spears.
3. Wrap each bundle with one slice of bacon and place on the baking sheet.
4. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
5. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the bacon is crispy.
6. After removing from the oven, brush with balsamic vinegar before serving.
7. Alternatively, preheat a grill or use a cast iron grill pan. Grill the bundles until the bacon is crispy and the asparagus is charred on both sides, approximately 5 minutes per side.

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Notes

🥓 Use thin bacon slices for better crispness and to ensure easier wrapping.
🌿 Trim the woody ends of asparagus for more tender results.
🔥 If preferred, try grilling as an alternative cooking method.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
letting it rest: 1 minute
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking, Grilling, Air Frying
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Carb

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bacon-wrapped asparagus bundle
Calories: 200
Sugar: 0 grams
Sodium: 313 milligrams
Fat: 16 grams
Saturated Fat: 6 grams
Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
Trans Fat: 0 grams
Carbohydrates: 1 gram
Fiber: 1 gram
Protein: 8 grams
Cholesterol: 43 milligrams