23 Finger-licking Recipes For National Bacon Lovers Day

I’ve pulled together 23 finger-licking recipes that put bacon front and center. We’re talking hearty breakfasts, savory dinners, and even a couple of sweet surprises. So grab your skillet, stock up on bacon, and get ready to cook your way through this ultimate bacon-lover’s list.

Bacon Cheddar Dip

Bacon cheddar dip with shredded cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and chive garnish.
Bacon Cheddar Dip. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

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Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with smoky bacon and ranch flavor, this quick dip comes together in just 5 minutes. Serve it warm or cold with chips, crackers, or veggies and watch it disappear fast.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Cheddar Dip

Bacon Herbed Cream Cheese Bites

A wooden cutting board with cucumbers and bacon on it.
Bacon Herbed Cream Cheese Bites. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

Crunchy cucumber slices topped with herbed cream cheese and bacon make the perfect light bite. They’re fresh, keto-friendly, and tasty enough to pass around at any party.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Herbed Cream Cheese Bites

Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella .

This creamy pasta salad is packed with crispy bacon, crunchy veggies, and plenty of ranch flavor. It’s a crowd-pleaser for picnics, potlucks, or a quick lunch.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Roasted brussels sprouts with caramelized edges in a serving dish.
Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Crispy bacon takes roasted Brussels sprouts to the next level. Roasting caramelizes the edges for a sweet and nutty flavor, while the bacon adds smoky crunch.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Bacon and Cheese Egg Bites

a hand holding a mini egg muffin with bacon
Bacon and Cheese Egg Bites. Photo credit: Blackberry Babe.

These little egg muffins are packed with protein and flavor. Whisked eggs baked with cheese, bacon, and veggies make them perfect for meal prep or grab-and-go breakfasts.
Get the Recipe: Bacon and Cheese Egg Bites

Bacon Stuffing Rolls

Bacon Stuffing Rolls. Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

Golden on the outside and savory inside, these bacon stuffing rolls are comfort food in bite-sized form. A family favorite that never lasts long.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Stuffing Rolls

Apple Bacon Scones

Apple Bacon Scones. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Sweet apples and salty bacon come together in these moist, flavorful scones made with apple butter. A cozy breakfast treat for a crisp fall morning. Get the Recipe: Apple Bacon Scones

Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies

A cookie with bacon and chocolate chips on a wooden surface.
Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

Chewy cookies with melty chocolate chips get an unexpected upgrade with smoky bacon. Sweet meets salty in the best way possible.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies

Bacon Fathead Pizza Dough

Keto Bacon Fathead Pizza with fresh basil leaves.
Bacon Fathead Pizza Dough. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

This low-carb pizza dough is made with bacon and fathead dough for a crispy, flavorful crust. Gluten-free and quick to whip up, it’s perfect for pizza night.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Fathead Pizza Dough

Bacon Pickle Boats Stuffed with Cream Cheese

Bacon pickle boats stuffed with cream cheese on a plate next to a bowl of dip.
Bacon Pickle Boats Stuffed with Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Pickles stuffed with cream cheese and wrapped in bacon? Yes, please. These pickle poppers are a tangy, smoky appetizer made for game day.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Pickle Boats Stuffed with Cream Cheese

Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders

A tray of bacon cheeseburger sliders topped with sesame seeds and served on a dark surface, with a red checkered cloth and pickles nearby.
Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Juicy mini burgers layered with bacon and cheese make the ultimate party sliders. They’re small but packed with big flavor.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders

Bacon Egg Pasta Salad

Bacon Egg Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

Juicy mini burgers layered with bacon and cheese make the ultimate party sliders. They’re small but packed with big flavor.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Egg Pasta Salad

Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad Cucumber Boats

Bacon ranch chicken salad cucumber boats lined up on a plate.
Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad Cucumber Boats. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Cool cucumber halves stuffed with bacon ranch chicken salad make an easy lunch or snack. Fresh, crunchy, and full of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad Cucumber Boats

Bacon and Egg Salad

Egg salad on a piece of white bread.
Bacon and Egg Salad. Photo credit: Eggs All Ways.

Classic egg salad gets an upgrade with crispy bacon mixed in. Perfect piled high on bread, crackers, or even lettuce wraps.
Get the Recipe: Bacon and Egg Salad

Bacon Cheddar Chicken

Bacon Cheddar Chicken. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Juicy chicken marinaded in honey Dijon sauce, then topped with bacon and cheddar, creates a simple dinner that feels indulgent and satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Cheddar Chicken

Bacon Egg Cups

Bacon wrapped egg cups on a plate with toast and strawberries.
Bacon Egg Cups. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Eggs baked in a bacon “cup” with parmesan and basil make a flavorful breakfast that’s easy to grab on busy mornings.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Egg Cups

Bacon and Brussels Sprouts Casserole

Brussels sprouts and bacon in a bowl on a cutting board.
Bacon and Brussels Sprouts Casserole. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

Creamy, cheesy, and full of bacon, this casserole turns Brussels sprouts into pure comfort food. Even veggie skeptics will dig in.
Get the Recipe: Bacon and Brussels Sprouts Casserole

Bacon Steak Wraps with Blue Cheese Dressing

Bacon Steak Wraps with Blue Cheese Dressing. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella .

Tender steak wrapped in bacon and drizzled with tangy blue cheese dressing. Hearty, rich, and dinner-party worthy.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Steak Wraps with Blue Cheese Dressing

Bacon and Asparagus Fried Couscous

Bacon and Asparagus Fried Couscous. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Couscous fried in bacon fat with tender asparagus is a fun twist on fried rice. Smoky, buttery, and so satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Bacon and Asparagus Fried Couscous

Bacon Waffles with Chocolate Chips

Up close waffle, showing the detail of the bacon.
Bacon Waffles with Chocolate Chips. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Crispy waffles studded with smoky bacon and melty chocolate chips hit the sweet-savory jackpot. Perfect for breakfast or brinner.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Waffles with Chocolate Chips

Bacon Fried Corn

Bacon Fried Corn in a serving bowl.
Bacon Fried Corn. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Fresh corn kernels fried up with bacon and a little seasoning make a side dish bursting with buttery, smoky flavor.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Fried Corn

Bacon Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders

A hand holding a toothpick with a bacon egg and cheese breakfast slider.
Bacon Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Fluffy rolls filled with bacon, eggs, cheese, and avocado turn into the ultimate breakfast sandwich sliders. Quick, filling, and great for brunch.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders

Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf

Meatloaf wrapped in bacon and glazed with ketchup on a white platter.
Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Classic meatloaf gets a serious upgrade with bacon, cheese, pickles, and fried onions mixed in. It’s like a cheeseburger baked into a loaf.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf

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