Crispy Bacon Roll Ups with Cream Cheese and Chives

This vintage appetizer recipe for Bacon Roll Ups is delightfully simple and made with just three ingredients. Perfect for parties or casual get-togethers, these bite-sized snacks combine white bread, bacon, and condensed cream of mushroom soup for a salty, crispy crowd-pleaser.

My husband first told me about these bacon roll ups—an old family party favorite his mom used to make. The idea is wonderfully straightforward: take slices of white bread, spread them with condensed cream of mushroom soup, wrap each piece in a half slice of bacon, and bake. Because they’re quick to assemble and inexpensive to make, they’re ideal when you need an easy appetizer to feed a crowd.

When I tried them, the appeal was obvious. They’re salty, crunchy, and wrapped in crispy bacon—simple flavors that everyone seems to love. If you’re searching for a budget-friendly appetizer that’s ready in under an hour and only takes a few pantry staples, give these Bacon Roll Ups a try.

Ingredients

• White bread – any basic white sandwich bread works well; remove crusts for a neater roll.
• Condensed cream of mushroom soup – classic for these roll ups; cream of chicken is an easy swap. For a tangier option, you can substitute softened cream cheese instead of the soup.
• Bacon – use regular sliced bacon (not thick-cut) so it crisps evenly around the bread.

Instructions

Step-by-step photos are included to help make the process clear and simple to follow.

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C).
2. Remove the crusts from each slice of bread and cut each slice in half to make two smaller rectangles.
3. Cut each slice of bacon in half lengthwise so you have narrow strips. Use a butter knife or spreader to spread a thin layer of condensed cream of mushroom soup on both sides of each bread piece.
4. Place a prepared bread piece on a half strip of bacon. Roll the bacon around the bread tightly and secure with a toothpick if needed. Repeat until you have 30 roll ups.
5. Arrange the roll ups on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes. Carefully flip each roll with tongs and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the bacon is golden and crispy.
6. Remove from the oven, let cool for a minute, then transfer to a serving plate. If desired, garnish with chopped fresh parsley for color.

Serving tip: offer toothpicks for easy picking and place a small bowl of mustard or a tangy dipping sauce on the side for guests who like an extra flavor boost.