Description
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Spicy Candied Bacon that combines the savory richness of thick-cut bacon with a sweet and spicy glaze. This delightful dish is perfect for brunch, parties, or as an unforgettable appetizer. The crispy texture and the contrasting flavors will have everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb thick-cut bacon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Arrange bacon strips on the rack without overlapping.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, hot sauce, cayenne pepper, and black pepper until it forms a paste.
- Generously coat each bacon strip with the mixture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and caramelized.
- Allow cooling on the rack for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (28g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg