Candied Bacon
Man Candy? Yes, indeed! Candied bacon is an irresistible mix of sweet, salty, smoky, and spicy flavors—and every crispy bite will have you reaching for more.
Ingredients
- 1 lb thick-cut applewood smoked bacon, best quality
- 2½ tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1½ teaspoons chipotle chile powder (see note)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and set a rack in middle position. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy clean-up, and set an oven-proof rack over top.
- Arrange the bacon in a single layer on the rack. Bake for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar, syrup, and chipotle powder. Set aside.
- Remove the pan from the oven and flip the bacon slices. Using a small spoon, spread the sugar-syrup mixture evenly over the bacon. Place the pan back in the oven and continue cooking for 20-35 minutes more. (The cooking time will depend on the brand of bacon you use and how crispy you like it. I recommend cooking it as long as possible without burning it, so that the sugar mixture dries out; otherwise the bacon can be a little sticky.) Using tongs, transfer the bacon to a piece of parchment paper or a platter in a single layer to prevent sticking. Let cool for 10-15 minutes, then serve (the bacon will crisp up as it cools).
- Note: This candied bacon has a nice kick. For less heat, cut the chile powder in half; for more, increase the amount to 2 teaspoons.
Nutrition Information
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- Serving size: 1 slice
- Calories: 175
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated fat: 5 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Sugar: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Sodium: 261 mg
- Cholesterol: 25 mg