Sweet Hot Chili Bacon Sticks
Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Sweet Hot Chili Bacon Sticks—a perfect blend of smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors! Thick-cut bacon is woven onto skewers and coated with a mouthwatering mixture of brown sugar, chili powder, cayenne, and black pepper, then brushed with honey for a sticky-sweet glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Baked to crispy perfection on a wire rack for even cooking, these bacon skewers are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, delivering a punch of bold spice balanced with a touch of sweetness. Perfect for game days, party platters, or as a savory snack, these protein-packed treats are as easy to make as they are fun to eat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Thick-cut bacon strips
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 12 pieces Wooden skewers
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet to allow grease to drip off during cooking.
Soak the wooden skewers in water for 5-10 minutes to prevent them from burning in the oven.
In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Mix well to create the seasoning blend.
Thread each slice of bacon onto a soaked skewer, carefully weaving the bacon back and forth along the stick.
Lightly brush each bacon skewer with honey, ensuring even coverage to help the seasoning adhere.
Sprinkle the brown sugar and spice mixture generously over both sides of the bacon skewers, pressing gently to make it stick.
Arrange the bacon sticks on the wire rack in a single layer, ensuring they are not overlapping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and caramelized, flipping the skewers halfway through baking to ensure even cooking.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 3-5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
372 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.0 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 886 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.4 g | ||
| Protein | 18.5 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 27 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 346 mg | 7% | |
*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.
