Bacon Wrapped Cabbage Dippers

You’ll love these flavorful and filling Bacon Wrapped Cabbage Dippers as your next showstopping appetizer!

These keto-friendly bacon cabbage dippers are a simple but exciting appetizer that’s perfect to serve at happy hours and parties.

Pair with a Ranch Water Cocktail for the ultimate dining experience!

Why You’ll Love Bacon Wrapped Cabbage Wedges

Cabbage and bacon come together in this easy-to-make but impressive appetizer. And who doesn’t love something wrapped in bacon?

With a simple but classic blend of spices, this easy dish is savory and salty and will be a hit with all of your guests.

If you’ve got a head of cabbage and you don’t know what to do with it, make this delicious cabbage wrapped in bacon.

This appetizer is great if you love cabbage but want to give it a little something extra. Serve with dipping sauces to bring all of the flavors together!

And if you love bacon as much as we do, you have to try these BLT Bites – a yummy bacony hand held appetizer.

And, if you’re looking for a sweet treat to serve at parties, try this White Chocolate Chex Mix! So easy to make, and there is never any left over!

 

Ingredients

• cabbage – a great way to cook cabbage wedges and imbue them with lots of great flavor.
• bacon – thick cut bacon works best for this recipe, but you can use your favorite variety.
• olive oil – helps your dippers get nice and crispy in the oven.
• paprika – add a touch of color and spicy warmth.
• garlic powder – for a pop of saltiness.
• dried basil – rounds out the seasoning blend with something green and fragrant.
• grated Parmesan cheese – bacon and cheese is the perfect combination!
• salt and pepper –  to taste.

 

Bacon Cabbage Wedges Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Core the cabbage, and slice it into 10 small wedges.
   

   No need to cook the cabbage at all before baking; just cut and cook!

2. Wrap each cabbage wedge in a slice of bacon, and secure closed with one of these pretty bamboo skewers if desired.
   

   These appetizers are so easy to prep, but the results are impressive enough to serve even at fancy functions!

3. Drizzle the bacon wrapped cabbage wedges in olive oil, and then season with the paprika, garlic powder, basil, Parmesan and salt and pepper to taste.
   

   A simple but classic blend of seasonings takes these cabbage dippers to the next level.

4. Transfer to baking sheets and bake for 30 minutes, or until bacon is crispy.

 

Bacon Wrapped Cabbage FAQs

Do I have to cook my cabbage first?

Nope, feel free to wrap raw cabbage in your strips of bacon and cook them just like that!

What can I do with leftover cabbage?

Leftover cabbage is great to save for salads or soups, or you can even bake it alongside your bacon wrapped cabbage dippers and it’ll get nice and and crispy.

The grease from the bacon will also provide some nice flavor, and you could serve these cabbage “chips” as another appetizer alongside your dippers.

What is the best bacon for keto?

There’s no real cut-and-dry answer here as there can be lots of variations from brand to brand, so generally you want to look for options that have the lowest carbs.

Added seasonings can be a source of extra carbs, so with that being said, Applewood smoked bacon or hickory smoked bacon tend to be great and low carb options that work perfectly for this recipe.

Do I have to flip my cabbage dippers?

You may find that flipping them allows the bacon and cabbage to cook more evenly. After about 15 minutes, turn your dippers over and let them finish cooking.

 

More Keto Appetizer Recipes

• Oven Baked Jalapeno Chicken Poppers
• 20 minute Bang Bang Shrimp
• Light and Fruity Strawberry Shortcake Mini Desserts

Popular Variations and Substitutions

• I typically use 1 slice of bacon per cabbage wedge, but a thin slice may not cover everything. Feel free to use more than 1 if you want better coverage, or if you just want more bacon!
• If you want to add some spice, consider including chili powder, cayenne pepper, or red pepper flakes for a medium heat that will pair perfectly with the paprika and garlic powder.
• Dip these cabbage appetizers in ranch, blue cheese, or whatever dressing or dipping sauce you have on hand. Bacon goes with everything!
• Other good seasonings to use are oregano and onion powder.
• Don’t stop at baking–you can also prepare these cabbage dippers on the grill for an extra smoky flavor, or if you’re pressed for time, make them in your air fryer.

 

More Recipes You’ll Love

• Bacon Wrapped Garlic – If you’re a real fan of bacon, you’ll also want to try out Bacon Wrapped Garlic Bites. Serve them alongside these cabbage dippers for the ultimate bacon appetizer platter!
• Air Fryer Tortilla Pizzas – Quick and cute, these personal pizzas will let your guests customize their own individual appetizers for a fun and interactive dish.
• Smoked Salmon Puff Pastry – This elegant seafood appetizer is great for happy hours or even as an accompaniment for a fancy breakfast or brunch.
• Crown Royal Peach Fizz – A sweet and refreshing peach flavored whisky cocktail that’s perfect for the hot summer months.
• These quick and easy Air Fryer BBQ Wings are a crowd favorite!

 

Bacon Cabbage Dippers