Heart-Healthy Candied Bacon
Indulge in a guilt-free twist on a classic treat with this Heart-Healthy Candied Bacon recipe! Perfectly crafted using lean turkey bacon, this dish delivers sweet and savory satisfaction without compromising on nutrition. The bacon is brushed with a luscious blend of maple syrup and coconut sugar, then topped with a hint of black pepper and a touch of cayenne for a subtle kick. Oven-baked to crispy perfection, each slice is caramelized to achieve the ideal balance of crunch and sweetness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this wholesome alternative to traditional candied bacon is perfect for brunch spreads, snack platters, or as a flavorful topping for salads and sandwiches. Treat yourself to this healthier take on indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Coconut sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Arrange the turkey bacon slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup and coconut sugar until well combined.
Using a pastry brush, evenly coat the turkey bacon slices on both sides with the maple-coconut mixture.
Sprinkle the ground black pepper and cayenne pepper evenly over the bacon slices.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the turkey bacon is crispy and caramelized.
Remove the candied turkey bacon from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
518 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.9 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 135 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 1781 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.3 g | ||
| Protein | 26.1 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 611 mg | 13% | |
*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.
