Best Pig Shots Recipe
The Best Pig Shots Recipe: A Flavor Explosion You Can't Miss. With a perfect combination of savory sausage, crispy bacon, and a creamy filling.
Ingredients
For the Pig Shots:
- 12 slices of sausage your choice: Italian, smoked, or breakfast
- 12 slices of thick-cut bacon
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack
- 1-2 jalapeños finely diced (optional)
- 1 tbsp BBQ rub store-bought or homemade
For the Glaze:
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp bourbon
Instructions
Prepare Ingredients:
- Slice sausage into 1-inch rounds and set aside.
- Keep the thick-cut bacon cold for easy wrapping.
Wrap Sausage:
- Wrap each sausage slice tightly with a piece of bacon.
- Secure the bacon in place with a toothpick.
Make the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheese, diced jalapeños (if using), and BBQ rub.
- Mix until well combined and creamy.
Pipe the Filling:
- Transfer the filling into a ziplock bag and cut one corner.
- Pipe the filling generously into each pig shot.
- Top each shot with a slice of jalapeño for garnish, if desired.
Prepare the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, honey, and bourbon until well combined.
Cooking Methods:
- Smoking: Preheat smoker to 225°F (107°C). Place pig shots on grill grates and smoke for 1.5 to 2 hours, until bacon is crispy and filling is bubbly. Drizzle the glaze over the pig shots during the last 15 minutes.
- Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Place pig shots on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until bacon is crispy.
- Air Fryer: Preheat air fryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and cook for about 15-20 minutes, checking for doneness.
Serve:
- Allow the pig shots to rest for a few minutes after cooking.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Customize the filling with different types of cheese or additional spices to suit your taste.
Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of the bacon and sausage.
Pair with your favorite dipping sauce for an extra flavor boost.