Maple Glazed Bacon
Indulge in the irresistible combination of sweet, smoky, and savory with this Maple Glazed Bacon recipe. Perfectly crisped thick-cut bacon is generously coated in a luscious blend of pure maple syrup, brown sugar, and a hint of black pepper, with an optional kick of cayenne for spice lovers. Baked to golden perfection, this easy-to-follow recipe takes just 30 minutes from start to finish, making it ideal for brunch, breakfast sandwiches, or an indulgent snack. The caramelized glaze enhances every bite with a mouthwatering balance of flavors that’s sure to impress. Whether hosting a special occasion or simply treating yourself, this maple glazed bacon is the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 slices Thick-cut bacon
- 0.25 cup Pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet to allow air circulation and even cooking.
Lay the bacon slices in a single layer on the wire rack, ensuring they do not overlap.
In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, brown sugar, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using) until combined.
Brush one side of each bacon slice generously with the maple syrup mixture using a pastry brush.
Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes.
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and flip each slice of bacon. Brush the other side with the remaining maple syrup mixture.
Return the bacon to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the bacon is caramelized and reaches your desired level of crispiness. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
Once done, remove the bacon from the oven and allow it to cool on the wire rack for 5 minutes. The bacon will crisp up further as it cools.
Serve warm and enjoy the sweet and savory perfection of maple glazed bacon!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1001 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.9 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.8 g | 129% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 129 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 2583 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.5 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.5 g | ||
| Protein | 22.7 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 498 mg | 11% | |
*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.
