Sweet and Spicy Bacon
Indulge in the irresistible combination of flavors with this Sweet and Spicy Bacon recipe! Featuring thick-cut bacon coated in a luscious blend of brown sugar, maple syrup, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper, each bite offers the perfect balance of caramelized sweetness and a fiery kick. This easy-to-make favorite takes just 10 minutes to prepare and transforms in the oven into crispy, golden perfection with minimal cleanup thanks to a wire rack and foil-lined baking sheet. Whether you serve it alongside pancakes, waffles, or as a stand-alone snack, this flavorful twist on classic bacon is guaranteed to steal the spotlight at breakfast or brunch. Perfect for bacon lovers looking for a bold new indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 slices thick-cut bacon
- 0.5 cups brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°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 the bacon to crisp evenly.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, maple syrup, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Stir until it forms a thick paste.
Lay the bacon slices in a single layer on the wire rack, making sure they do not overlap.
Using a pastry brush or a spoon, spread the sweet and spicy mixture evenly on one side of each bacon slice.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes.
Carefully flip the bacon slices over, then brush the other side with the sweet and spicy mixture. Return the bacon to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and caramelized.
Remove the bacon from the oven and allow it to cool on the wire rack for 5 minutes. The bacon will continue to crisp as it cools.
Serve warm and enjoy! Sweet and Spicy Bacon pairs well with pancakes, waffles, or even as a stand-alone snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1155 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.1 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.8 g | 129% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 129 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 2596 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.8 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 97.1 g | ||
| Protein | 22.8 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 472 mg | 10% | |
*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.
