Chocolate-Covered Bacon Strips
Bacon covered in chocolate is a sweet and savory treat. It's a simple snack to make at home.
Bacon lovers will enjoy the mix of flavors.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 6, 2026Share
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Bacon covered in chocolate is a sweet and savory treat. It's a simple snack to make at home.
Bacon lovers will enjoy the mix of flavors.
Quick Tip Read the recipe in its entirety before you start cooking. This will help you understand the ingredients, steps, and timing involved, and allow you to prepare any necessary equipment or ingredients beforehand.
Ingredients 4
12 slices thick-cut bacon
12 wooden skewers
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
Instructions
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1
Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Put a baking rack on a large baking sheet.
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Put one slice of bacon on each skewer. Place the bacon on the baking rack.
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3
Bake the bacon for 20 to 25 minutes until it's crisp. Let it cool completely.
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Melt the chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each time, until the chocolate is smooth.
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Use a pastry brush to coat both sides of the bacon with the chocolate. Put the coated bacon on waxed paper. Refrigerate until firm, at least 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 126 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 9g
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Saturated Fat 4g
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Cholesterol 10mg
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Sodium 213mg
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Total Carbohydrate 9g
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Dietary Fiber 1g
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Protein 4g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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