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Pig Shots Recipe

Published: February 2, 2025 Prep Time: About 20 minutes Cook Time: About 25 minutes Total Time: About 45 minutes Serves: 12 Difficulty: Easy Category: Appetizer Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 12 slices bacon
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F
  2. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper
  3. Mix well until smooth
  4. Cut bacon slices in half
  5. Wrap each half around a shot glass or small ramekin
  6. Fill with cream cheese mixture
  7. Place on a greased baking sheet
  8. Mix brown sugar and barbecue sauce
  9. Brush over bacon
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crispy
  11. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving

Special Notes

These pig shots are a fun and delicious appetizer that's perfect for parties. The combination of bacon, cream cheese, and barbecue sauce creates a rich, savory flavor. The key is not to over-fill the bacon cups to prevent them from falling apart during baking. You can customize this recipe by using different cheeses or adding different seasonings. These shots are perfect for game day, parties, or any time you want to impress your guests.

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