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Millionaire Bacon: Sweet and Spicy Candied Bacon

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Make decadent, sticky, and slightly spicy candied bacon strips baked slowly until perfectly caramelized.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound thick-cut bacon
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Place a wire cooling rack on top of the prepared baking sheet.
  2. Lay the bacon strips in a single layer on the wire rack. Do not let the strips overlap.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, maple syrup, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, if using, until combined.
  4. Brush or spoon the sugar mixture evenly over the top side of each bacon strip.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes.
  6. Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Using tongs, flip each bacon strip over. Brush the remaining sugar mixture onto the second side.
  7. Return the bacon to the oven and bake for another 10 to 20 minutes. Watch closely after the 10-minute mark, as the sugar can burn quickly. You want the bacon to be deeply caramelized and sticky, but not burnt.
  8. Remove the bacon from the oven when it reaches your desired crispness. Let it cool on the rack for 5 minutes before transferring it to a plate lined with parchment paper to cool completely. The bacon will crisp up as it cools.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of smoked paprika over the bacon with the sugar mixture.
  • If you prefer chewier bacon, reduce the oven temperature to 325°F and increase the total cook time, checking every 5 minutes after the first 15 minutes.
  • This recipe works well for making a large batch for brunch gatherings.

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