Brown Sugar Bacon Twists
Elevate your snack game with irresistible Brown Sugar Bacon Twists—a savory-sweet treat that's as stunning as it is delicious! Thick-cut bacon is dusted with a flavorful blend of brown sugar, cinnamon, cayenne, and black pepper, then twisted into gorgeous spirals and baked to crispy, caramelized perfection. The combination of smoky, sweet, and mildly spicy flavors makes these bacon twists the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish. Perfect for brunch spreads, game day snacks, or holiday tables, this easy recipe takes just 15 minutes of prep and delivers bold, unforgettable flavor in every bite. Get ready to wow your guests with this showstopping bacon recipe that tastes as good as it looks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 slices Thick-cut bacon
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on each sheet to provide airflow and catch drippings.
In a small mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Stir until evenly mixed.
Take one slice of thick-cut bacon and lightly sprinkle both sides with the brown sugar mixture. Gently press the seasoning onto the bacon so it adheres without clumping.
Hold one end of the bacon slice and twist it tightly into a spiral shape. Place it onto the wire rack, ensuring it maintains its twisted shape. Repeat this process with the remaining bacon slices.
Once all the bacon twists are arranged on the wire racks, sprinkle any remaining sugar mixture evenly over the top of the twists.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and caramelized to your liking. Rotate the baking sheets halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
Carefully remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the bacon twists to cool on the rack for 5 minutes. The bacon will crisp further as it cools.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
295 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.0 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 805 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.7 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 27 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 240 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
