Tiger Candy
Indulge in the perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and spicy with this irresistible Tiger Candy recipe! Featuring thick-cut bacon coated in a blend of brown sugar, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper, each slice is baked to crispy perfection and drizzled with golden honey for a luscious caramelized finish. This quick and easy recipe takes just 10 minutes of prep and is oven-baked for a hassle-free treat that’s perfect as a snack, crowd-pleasing appetizer, or even a bold garnish for your favorite dishes. Whether you’re entertaining guests or satisfying a craving, Tiger Candy is sure to impress with its addictive flavor combination.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 slices thick-cut bacon
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top of the foil. This setup will allow the bacon to cook evenly and the excess fat to drip off.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper until well combined.
Lay the bacon slices out on a clean work surface. Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture generously over one side of each slice of bacon, pressing lightly to help it adhere.
Flip the bacon slices over and repeat, coating both sides with the sugar mixture.
Place the coated bacon slices on the wire rack in a single layer, making sure they do not overlap.
Drizzle the honey evenly over the top of the bacon slices for added sweetness and caramelization.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and caramelized to your liking.
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the bacon to cool on the wire rack for 5-10 minutes. The candy coating will harden slightly as it cools.
Once cooled, transfer the Tiger Candy to a serving plate and enjoy as a snack, appetizer, or garnish for other dishes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1183 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.9 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.7 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 129 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 2595 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.3 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 104.8 g | ||
| Protein | 23.0 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 478 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.
