Bacon Wrapped Pineapple
An Amazing Sweet & Smokey before dinner treat for any gathering.
APPETIZERS & SALADS
Lauren Vasnelis
7/5/2026
Bacon-Wrapped Pineapple
Sweet, salty, and incredibly easy to make, these 3-ingredient Bacon-Wrapped Pineapple bites are the perfect appetizer for parties, game day, holidays, or summer cookouts. Juicy pineapple is coated in brown sugar, wrapped in smoky bacon, and baked until caramelized and crispy for the perfect bite-sized snack.
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Ingredient Breakdown
Pineapple
Fresh pineapple gives the best flavor, but canned pineapple chunks work wonderfully too. If using canned pineapple, be sure to drain and pat the pieces dry so the brown sugar sticks better.
Brown Sugar
Brown sugar caramelizes as the pineapple bakes, creating a sweet glaze that pairs perfectly with the smoky bacon.
Bacon
Regular-cut bacon wraps easily around the pineapple and crisps beautifully in the oven. Cutting each strip in half creates the perfect size for each bite.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
24 pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
1 cup brown sugar
12 strips bacon, cut in half
You'll Also Need
Toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. I recommend using an air fryer tray if you have one for even crispier bacon.
If using canned pineapple, drain the pineapple well and gently pat the pieces dry with a paper towel. Removing the excess moisture helps the brown sugar stick and allows the bacon to crisp up beautifully.
Roll each pineapple chunk in the brown sugar until evenly coated.
Wrap each brown sugar coated pineapple chunk with half a slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick.
Arrange the bacon-wrapped pineapple on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each piece.
Bake for 15 minutes.
Carefully flip each piece and bake for another 15 minutes, watching closely near the end to prevent the bacon from burning.
Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Fresh pineapple provides the best texture, but canned pineapple is a great time-saving option.
Patting canned pineapple dry is the key to helping the brown sugar adhere and allowing the bacon to crisp.
If your bacon is especially thick-cut, it may need a few extra minutes of cooking time.
These are best served warm, straight from the oven.
Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or air fryer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use canned pineapple?
Absolutely! Just drain it well and pat the pineapple dry before coating it with brown sugar.
Can I use thick-cut bacon?
Yes, but it may require a few extra minutes of cooking time to become crispy.
Can I make these in the air fryer?
Definitely! Arrange them in a single layer and cook at 350°F, flipping halfway through, until the bacon is crisp.
Can I prepare these ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble the bacon-wrapped pineapple a few hours ahead of time, refrigerate, and bake just before serving.
Why should I pat the pineapple dry?
Removing excess moisture helps the brown sugar stick to the pineapple and allows the bacon to crisp more evenly.
Can I use turkey bacon?
Yes, although it won't crisp quite the same way as traditional pork bacon. Just keep an eye on the cooking time, as it may finish a little sooner.