Here’s a quick, crispy, and keto-friendly snack: Air Fryer Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Bites! These are smoky, creamy, salty, and done in minutes. Perfect for appetizers, game day snacks, or low-carb indulgence.
🥓🥑 Air Fryer Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Bites
🍽 Makes: 12 bites
⏱ Total Time: ~20 minutes
📝 Ingredients
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2 ripe avocados, firm but not mushy
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6 strips of bacon, cut in half
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Optional seasoning:
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Black pepper
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Smoked paprika
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Garlic powder
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Chili flakes (for heat)
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Toothpicks (optional, to secure)
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Prep the avocado
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Cut avocados in half, remove pit, and slice each half into 3 wedges (12 total).
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Gently peel off the skin.
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Optional: sprinkle wedges lightly with black pepper, garlic powder, or smoked paprika.
2. Wrap with bacon
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Wrap each avocado wedge with a half slice of bacon.
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Secure with a toothpick if needed.
3. Air fry
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Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
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Place bacon-wrapped avocado bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
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Cook for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until bacon is crispy.
✅ Tips & Variations
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Don’t overcrowd the air fryer — cook in batches if needed.
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Add a light brush of maple syrup or hot honey before cooking for a sweet & savory version.
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Use turkey bacon for a lighter option (may need to adjust cook time).
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Serve with ranch, chipotle mayo, or sour cream as a dip.