Avocado Bacon Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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(2) 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened.
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3 large avocados, diced small.
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1 lb bacon, crisp and crumbled.
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1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded.
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1 cup Pepper Jack cheese, shredded.
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½ cup diced jalapenos (pickled or fresh).
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½ cup green onions, sliced.
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½ cup cilantro, chopped.
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¼ cup red onions, diced.
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1 tsp garlic salt.
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½ tsp Cajun seasoning.
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½ tsp black pepper.
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1 tsp lime juice.
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1 cup buttermilk.
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1 egg.
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1 cup flour.
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1-2 cups Panko bread crumbs.
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2+ cups vegetable oil.
# Instructions:
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Fry the bacon until crispy, then place on a plate lined with paper towels to cool. Crumble and set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until creamy.
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Add the remaining ingredients except for the avocados and stir to combine.
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Gently fold in the diced avocados. Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
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Place the flour in one bowl.
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In a second bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg.
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In a third bowl, place the Panko bread crumbs.
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Form the chilled mixture into tablespoon-sized balls.
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Roll each ball in the flour, then dip into the buttermilk mixture, and finally coat with the Panko bread crumbs.
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Place the coated balls on a baking sheet that will fit in the freezer. Flash freeze for about an hour to help them hold their shape while frying.
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In a large cast iron or heavy-bottomed pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat to 350°F (175°C).
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Fry 6-8 balls at a time until golden brown, turning frequently, approximately 2 minutes.
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Remove from the oil and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
# Notes:
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These bites are perfect for any occasion, combining creamy avocado, crispy bacon, and a blend of sharp cheddar and Pepper Jack cheeses.
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The jalapenos, green onions, cilantro, and red onions add a fresh, zesty kick.
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Coated in Panko bread crumbs and fried to golden perfection, these bites have a satisfying crunch.