BACON WRAPPED BALSAMIC PEACHES

Sweet, Salty, Sassy.

You ever bite into something and instantly need a moment of silence? Yeah—this is that snack. These bacon-wrapped balsamic peaches are the kind of appetizer that steals the spotlight from the main course. Sweet. Smoky. Juicy. Drippy. And that little balsamic drizzle? Chef’s kiss — it brings the whole thing home to Italy.

It’s like your favorite summer memory… wrapped in bacon. Serve it at a party or just make it for yourself on a random Tuesday and feel fabulous about it.

INGREDIENTS

• 3 ripe peaches, sliced into thick wedges

• 6 strips bacon, cut in half

• 1 tablespoon Alessi Balsamic Reduction (plus more for drizzling)

• 1/4 teaspoon Alessi Crushed Red Pepper (optional, but 🔥)

• 1/4 teaspoon Alessi Sea Salt

• Fresh thyme or basil for garnish (optional but cute)

• Toothpicks for securing

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Toss peach slices in a bowl with Alessi Balsamic Reduction, salt, and crushed red pepper. Let them soak up that magic for a few minutes.

3. Wrap each peach wedge in half a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.

4. Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping once, until bacon is crispy and peaches are caramelized.

5. Drizzle with a little more Alessi Balsamic Reduction right before serving.

6. Top with fresh herbs if you’re feelin’ fancy.

7. Serve hot, and watch them vanish in minutes. Seriously—make extras.