Sweet Microwave Bacon
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and savory with this quick and easy Sweet Microwave Bacon recipe! Featuring crispy, caramelized bacon slices coated in rich brown sugar with an optional touch of black pepper for a subtle kick, this dish is a delicious upgrade to your breakfast table or snack lineup. Ready in under 15 minutes, this microwave-friendly recipe eliminates the mess of traditional stovetop cooking while delivering irresistibly candied bacon with minimal effort. Perfect for busy mornings or satisfying a sudden craving, this sweet and salty treat is as simple to make as it is to devour. Add a sprinkle of spice or stick to classic sweetness—either way, you'll want to make this recipe again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices Bacon
- 4 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper (optional)
Instructions
Lay out a microwave-safe plate and cover it with a double layer of paper towels to absorb excess grease during cooking.
Spread the bacon slices evenly on the paper towels without overlapping.
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of brown sugar evenly over one side of the bacon slices, ensuring an even coating.
If a subtle spicy kick is desired, sprinkle the ground black pepper over the sugared side of the bacon.
Cover the bacon with another layer of paper towels to prevent grease splatter in the microwave.
Microwave the bacon on high for 4 minutes. Pause and check the bacon for crispness, as microwave strengths may vary.
Carefully flip the bacon slices over using tongs. Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of brown sugar on the other side of the bacon slices and cover again with the paper towels.
Microwave on high for another 3-4 minutes, checking every 30 seconds after the 3-minute mark to avoid overcooking or burning.
Remove the plate from the microwave and let the bacon cool for 1-2 minutes. The caramelized coating will harden as it cools, creating a sweet, crispy finish.
Serve warm and enjoy your Sweet Microwave Bacon as part of breakfast or as a decadent snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
364 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.9 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 817 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.8 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.9 g | ||
| Protein | 16.4 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 303 mg | 6% | |
*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.
