Candied Bacon
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Candied Bacon
Description
This recipe starts with thick-cut bacon arranged on a wire rack over a foil-lined sheet to allow even heat circulation, ensuring a uniformly cooked texture. The bacon strips are sprinkled with black pepper and then covered lightly with packed brown sugar, which melts and caramelizes during baking, creating a sweet crust that contrasts with the salty bacon.
Baking at 375°F for about 25 minutes crisps the bacon while melting the sugar into a glossy candy coating. Cooling the bacon on parchment ensures the coating sets without sticking. The resulting bacon combines crispy edges with a sticky, sweet-spicy crunch that enhances the smoky meat flavor.
Candied Bacon can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days, making it convenient for preparing ahead or adding to breakfasts, salads, or sandwiches to impart a distinctive sweet-savory note.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Bacon thick cut
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Place a wire rack on a foil lined baking sheet. Arrange the bacon on the wire rack and sprinkle with the black pepper. Lightly pat the brown sugar on top of the bacon to create a thin layer.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 25 minutes or until the brown sugar has melted and the bacon is crisp.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Using tongs, transfer the bacon to a parchment lined baking sheet and allow to cool to room temperature.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use thick-cut bacon to achieve a balanced crispiness with caramelized sugar coating.
- Cool candied bacon on parchment paper to prevent sticking as the sugar hardens.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 343 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 343 | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 383mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 159mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 21IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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