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Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Mini Reuben Bites

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These crispy bacon-wrapped mini Reuben bites deliver classic Reuben sandwich flavors in a bite-sized, party-perfect snack with a smoky crunch and melty cheese.

Ingredients

  • Bacon strips (thin-cut works best)
  • Corned beef (sliced thin or finely chopped; deli quality or leftover cooked corned beef)
  • Swiss cheese (sliced or shredded; medium Swiss like Emmental recommended)
  • Sauerkraut (well-drained)
  • Deli rye bread (optional, cut into small cubes)
  • Thousand Island dressing or Russian dressing (optional, for dipping or brushing inside bites)
  • Black pepper (freshly cracked, to season lightly)
  • Butter or oil spray (to grease baking sheet if needed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and lightly grease it with butter or oil spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Drain sauerkraut thoroughly by pressing it in a fine mesh strainer or wrapping it in a clean kitchen towel. Chop the corned beef into small chunks or thin slices. Cut Swiss cheese into small squares or thin strips. If using rye bread, cut into tiny cubes roughly the size of the cheese pieces.
  3. Layer a small amount of corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese (and bread cube if using) into a mini stack. Season lightly with freshly cracked black pepper. Place the stack near one end of a bacon strip.
  4. Carefully roll the bacon strip around the stack, tucking and securing it with a toothpick. Make sure the ends of the bacon overlap slightly to keep the bite intact while baking.
  5. Place each wrapped bite seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet to prevent unraveling.
  6. Bake for 18-22 minutes, turning once halfway through if needed, until the bacon is crispy and cheese is melted. Watch carefully near the end to prevent burning.
  7. Let the bites cool for 2-3 minutes on the baking sheet before serving to allow the cheese to set slightly.

Notes

Use thin-cut bacon for best crispiness and wrapping ease. Drain sauerkraut well to avoid soggy bacon. Secure bacon with toothpicks and place seam-side down on baking sheet. Flip bites halfway through baking for even crisping. Optional: brush a thin layer of Thousand Island or Russian dressing inside bites for extra flavor but avoid overdoing to keep bacon crispy. Can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking. Reheat in oven or air fryer to restore crispiness. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

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