Sweet & Smokey Rockit™ Apple Bacon Bites
Sweet & Smokey Rockit™ Apple Bacon Bites
Miniature Rockit™ apples are the perfect size for these sweet, savory bites, making each round an easy snack to build and enjoy. Topped with cream cheese, bacon bits and smoked paprika, this quick, simple snack offers a satisfying boost of protein with no cooking required. Perfect for a dorm room, camping trip or afternoon out on the boat. Keep your seasonings organized in the take-along Rockit™ Apple spice box for easy storage, transport and cleanup.
Makes: 8 bites
Serves: 2, about 1 apple per person
Ingredients
– 2 Rockit™ apples
– 8 tablespoons cream cheese, about 1 tablespoon per bite
– 1/4 cup storebought bacon bits
– Smoked paprika, a pinch per bite
Directions
– Slice Rockit™ apples crosswise into rounds, making about 4 rounds per apple. Remove any seeds.
– Spread about 1 tablespoon of cream cheese onto each apple round.
– Sprinkle the bacon bits evenly over all 8 rounds, pressing gently into the cream cheese to help them stay in place.
– Finish each bite with a pinch of smoked paprika and enjoy!
Storage
These bites are best enjoyed freshly assembled. If preparing ahead, refrigerate in a covered container and keep chilled in a cooler when taking them camping or out on the boat.
Tip: For an extra kick, swap the paprika for chipotle chili powder and/or drizzle with hot honey!
Recipe by: Valerie Musser