Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Pickles are stuffed with a creamy ranch and cheddar filling, wrapped in bacon, and air fried until crispy. The tangy dill pickle, cheesy filling, and smoky bacon make these a fun appetizer or game-day snack.
I first made these when I couldn’t decide between stuffed pickles and bacon-wrapped pickles, so I combined the two. They turned out even better together!
Why I Love This Recipe
About the Ingredients ⭐
- Dill Pickles: Use 6 large dill pickles.
- Bacon: Each pickle gets wrapped with bacon for a crispy, smoky outside.
- Cream Cheese: Makes the filling rich and creamy.
- Cheddar Cheese: Shredded cheddar adds cheesy flavor.
- Ranch Seasoning: Seasons the filling and pairs perfectly with the pickles.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How To Make Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Pickles
Prepare the Pickles: Slice the pickles lengthwise, scoop out the centers, and pat them dry.
Make the Filling: Mix the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and ranch seasoning.
Stuff and Wrap: Fill each pickle half with the cheese mixture and wrap each one with a slice of bacon.
Air Fry: Arrange in a single layer and air fry for 12 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy.
Tips I Found Helpful 💙
- Pat the pickles really dry so the filling stays in place.
- Soften the cream cheese so it mixes easily with the cheddar and ranch.
- Don’t overfill the pickles or the cheese may spill out as they cook.
- Place them in a single layer so the bacon can crisp evenly.
- Check the bacon near the end since air fryers can cook at different speeds.
Questions Readers Ask Most
What kind of pickles work best?
Large dill pickles work best because they have plenty of room for the cream cheese filling.
Why do I need to scoop out the center?
Removing some of the center makes room for the filling and helps keep it inside the pickle.
How do I know when the bacon wrapped pickles are done?
The bacon should be cooked through and crispy on the outside. Add a few extra minutes if needed.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes. Stuff and wrap the pickles, then refrigerate them until you’re ready to air fry.
How do I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the air fryer to help crisp the bacon again.
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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Pickles
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Pickles are stuffed with a creamy ranch and cheddar filling, wrapped in bacon, and air fried until crispy.
Ingredients
- 6 large dill pickles
- 12 slices bacon
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar
- 1 Tbsp ranch seasoning
Instructions
- Slice each pickle in half lengthwise.
- Use a small spoon to scoop out the seeds and some of the center of each pickle.
- Pat the pickles dry with paper towels.
- Mix the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and ranch seasoning in a small bowl.
- Fill each pickle half with the cream cheese mixture.
- Wrap each stuffed pickle half with 1 slice of bacon.
- Place the bacon-wrapped pickles in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 12 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy.
Notes
Air fryer cooking times can vary. Add a few extra minutes if needed to get the bacon crispy.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
2Amount Per Serving: Calories: 168Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 477mgCarbohydrates: 3gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 7g
