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Southern 4-Ingredient BLT Cherry Tomatoes

These bite-sized BLT cherry tomatoes are stuffed with a delicious combination of cream cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh lettuce, making them a perfect appetizer for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 24 pieces cherry tomatoes Fresh, firm cherry tomatoes
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened Can use low-fat cream cheese for a lighter option
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled Cook until crispy and crumble into small pieces
  • 2 tablespoons shredded lettuce, finely chopped Can experiment with different types of lettuce

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and dry the cherry tomatoes.
  2. Slice a very thin piece off the top of each tomato and scoop out the seeds and pulp.
  3. Turn the tomatoes upside down on paper towels for 10 to 15 minutes to drain excess moisture.
Filling Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, stir together the softened cream cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped lettuce until evenly combined.
  2. Spoon or pipe the filling into each tomato, mounding it slightly on top.
Chill and Serve
  1. Arrange the filled tomatoes on a serving tray and chill for at least 20 minutes before serving.
  2. Serve cold as an appetizer or snack.

Notes

These cherry tomatoes are best served cold and can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. Drain the tomatoes well to prevent sogginess.