Easy Candied Bacon Recipe
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Easy Candied Bacon Recipe
Description
This candied bacon recipe involves brushing uncooked bacon strips placed on a rack with a mixture of maple syrup and brown sugar. The coated bacon is baked in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until crisp and caramelized, usually about 25 to 40 minutes depending on thickness and desired crispiness. Cooling on a wire rack helps maintain crisp texture.
The flavor contrast between the smoky, salty bacon and the sweet maple and brown sugar coating creates an indulgent treat. The browning and caramelization add a crunch that enhances the bacon’s usual texture. This method makes the candied bacon easy to prepare in batches and keeps cleanup minimal with foil-lined sheets.
This candied bacon can be served as a snack, breakfast side, or as a sweet-savory garnish for salads and desserts. The leftover candied bacon stores well in an airtight container for several days.
Adjust baking time to achieve your preferred level of crispness. Thicker bacon slices need longer baking times. Watch carefully toward the end to prevent burning.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Bacon
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place bacon on a rack on a lined cookie sheet. I line mine with foil for easy clean up.
- In a small bowl mix the maple syrup and brown sugar.
- Brush the mixture on top of the bacon on the rack.
- Bake for 25-40 minutes until the bacon is crisp.
- Let the bacon cool on the wire rack for 10 minutes than transfer to a plate to cool completely.
- Then enjoy!
Notes
- Refrigerate leftover candied bacon in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Bake bacon to your preferred crispiness; thicker slices require longer baking.
- Monitor closely near the end of cooking to avoid burning the sugar coating.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 343 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 343kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 381mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 175mg | 4% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin A | 20IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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