Description
Pig Shots are a delicious and savory appetizer featuring slices of smoked sausage wrapped in crispy bacon and filled with a creamy, cheesy mixture. Ideal for parties, game days, or BBQ gatherings, these bite-sized treats combine smoky, cheesy, and savory flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 12 slices bacon, cut in half
Cheese Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional
- 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready to crisply cook your pig shots.
- Wrap Sausage: Take each 1-inch slice of smoked sausage and wrap it with a half slice of bacon, securing it with a toothpick to form a little cup shape that will hold the filling.
- Prepare Cheese Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper until evenly blended and smooth.
- Fill Bacon Cups: Spoon the creamy cheese mixture into each bacon-wrapped sausage cup, filling generously but not overflowing.
- Arrange for Baking: Place the filled pig shots on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote easy cleanup.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese filling is hot and bubbly.
- Serve: Optionally, drizzle each pig shot with barbecue sauce before serving for an added tangy flavor. Serve warm for best taste.
Notes
- Serve pig shots warm to enjoy the full creamy, crispy flavor.
- For a spicy twist, add diced jalapeños to the cheese filling mixture before spooning it into the bacon cups.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
