Description
These tangy dill pickle fat bombs with crispy bacon are a quick, easy, and flavorful keto-friendly snack that combines creamy, tangy, and crunchy textures for a satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces (225g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup finely chopped dill pickles
- 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice
- 6–8 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook and crumble the bacon: Fry 6-8 slices of thick-cut bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain and crumble once cool.
- Chop the dill pickles finely, about ½ cup.
- In a mixing bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with 2 tablespoons of dill pickle juice until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes with a hand mixer.
- Stir in ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, and a pinch of black pepper. Adjust seasoning carefully.
- Fold in the chopped pickles and crumbled bacon evenly. Add 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill if using.
- Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or freeze for 20-30 minutes until firm.
- Serve cold or slightly chilled for best flavor and texture.
Notes
Use softened cream cheese for smooth texture. Control pickle juice amount to avoid runny mixture. Crisp bacon is essential for texture. Chill fat bombs well before shaping and serving. For firmer mixture, add grated Parmesan or crushed pork rinds. Variations include adding hot sauce, different herbs, or cheese. Store in airtight container in fridge up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fat bomb
- Calories: 90100
- Fat: 89
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 34
Keywords: keto snack, fat bombs, dill pickle, bacon, low carb, keto, easy snack, creamy, tangy, savory