Candied Bacon Recipe
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Candied Bacon Recipe
Description
The recipe uses center-cut bacon strips arranged on wire racks set over baking sheets. A mixture of dark brown sugar and kosher salt is spooned evenly over the bacon before baking at 375°F for 20 to 25 minutes. The goal is to achieve bacon that is mostly crispy yet still chewy, with sizzling fats bubbling beneath the sugar glaze. After baking, the bacon rests briefly before cooling completely on parchment paper to set the glaze. This preparation accentuates the bacon’s natural flavor with a sweet crust without overwhelming it.
Candied bacon can be served as a snack, breakfast addition, or garnish. The sugar coating adds a textured crunch and contrasting sweetness to the salty, smoky bacon.
The notes mention optional add-ins such as chili powder, smoked paprika, or cayenne pepper to add different flavor profiles. Baking in batches may be necessary, and it is important to watch carefully during baking to avoid burning the sugar. Leftovers can be stored airtight at room temperature.
Ingredients
- 1-2 pounds Bacon center cut
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt coarse
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Place wire racks on rimmed baking sheets. Set aside.
- Mix together the dark brown sugar, salt and other add-ins like chili powder and cayenne in a medium bowl.
- Arrange the bacon strips in a single layer on the wire racks. Evenly spoon the brown sugar mixture over bacon strips. You might need to do this in batches, depending on your oven.
- Bake on the middle rack for 20-25 minutes. Keep an eye on the bacon, sugar can burn easily. The goal is for bacon strips to be almost crispy, but still a little chewy. The natural fats will be sizzling and bubbling around them.
- Remove the bacon strips and allow to sit for 5-10 minutes. Transfer the bacon strips from the wire racks to parchment paper until they come to room temperature.
- When fully cooled, serve or store in an airtight container at room temperature.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Notes
- Chili powder, smoked paprika, or cayenne pepper can be mixed into the sugar for added spice during coating.
- Bake the bacon on wire racks over rimmed sheets to allow fat to drip and sugar to caramelize evenly.
- Monitor baking closely to prevent the sugar from burning; remove bacon once it is mostly crispy but still a bit chewy.
- After baking, allow bacon to cool on parchment paper to let the glaze set before serving or storing.
- Store leftover candied bacon in an airtight container at room temperature for best texture.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 30Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 178 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 178kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 243mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 84mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 65IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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