Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Mouthwatering Pineapple Cream Cheese Pig Shots, a unique appetizer that combines sweet and savory flavors in a delightful bite. These bacon-wrapped sausage treats are filled with creamy pineapple and cheese, making them a hit at any gathering. Perfect for parties, game days, or casual family dinners, they are not only easy to prepare but also visually impressive. With their fun presentation and irresistible taste, these pig shots are sure to become a favorite among both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package smoked sausage (sliced into 1/2-inch rounds)
- 1.25 lb bacon (sliced in half)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup pineapple (finely diced)
- 0.4 cup brown sugar
- 2.5 tbsp sweet rub
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sweet rub, diced pineapple, brown sugar, salt, and ground ginger; mix well.
- Assemble each pig shot by placing a round of sausage on a half slice of bacon, adding a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture on top, then wrapping the bacon around the sausage and securing with a toothpick.
- Place assembled shots on the baking sheet and bake for about 75 minutes until bacon is crispy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg