Savory Bacon Wrapped Green Bean Bundles with Brown Sugar Glaze
These bacon wrapped green bean bundles with a sticky brown sugar glaze are a quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for holiday dinners or any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and washed
- 12 slices thin-cut bacon
- 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Trim the ends off the green beans, wash thoroughly, and pat dry completely.
- Group about 8-10 green beans per bundle and wrap each bundle tightly with one slice of bacon, securing the ends underneath.
- Place bundles on a lined rimmed baking sheet, leaving space between each bundle.
- In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, melted butter, garlic powder, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Brush the glaze generously over each bundle.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping the bundles halfway through and brushing again with glaze. The bacon should be crisp and caramelized, and the beans tender but still snap.
- Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes to set the glaze.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Use thin-cut bacon for easier wrapping and crispier texture. Dry green beans thoroughly to avoid soggy bacon. Apply glaze twice for a sticky, caramelized finish. You can prep bundles the night before and bake fresh. For a leaner option, use turkey bacon but expect less crispiness. Frozen green beans can be used if thawed and dried well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 bundle (8-10
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 8
Keywords: bacon wrapped green beans, holiday side dish, brown sugar glaze, easy side recipe, savory green beans, bacon bundles