Vegan Candied Bacon
Indulge in the irresistible smoky-sweet flavors of Vegan Candied Bacon—a plant-based twist on the classic treat that’s perfect for savory recipes or snacking. Made from large coconut flakes, this recipe achieves its bacon-like magic through a bold marinade of tamari or soy sauce, maple syrup, liquid smoke, smoked paprika, and pepper, delivering a mouthwatering combination of smokiness, caramelization, and crunch. Ready in just 25 minutes, the flakes are baked to perfection, creating a crispy texture that rivals traditional bacon. Use this cruelty-free alternative to elevate your salads, sandwiches, or breakfast plates, or savor it straight out of the oven. With keywords like "vegan bacon," "candied coconut bacon," and "plant-based smoky snack," this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving deliciously unique vegan comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Large coconut flakes
- 2 tablespoons Tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the tamari (or soy sauce), maple syrup, liquid smoke, smoked paprika, and ground black pepper.
Stir the mixture until well combined, creating a marinade.
Add the large coconut flakes to the bowl with the marinade. Gently stir until all the coconut flakes are evenly coated in the mixture.
Spread the marinated coconut flakes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overlapping too much for even cooking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the coconut flakes are crisp and caramelized. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning, as they can go from perfectly crisp to burnt quickly.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the vegan candied bacon to cool on the sheet. The flakes will continue to crisp as they cool.
Once cooled completely, enjoy the vegan candied bacon as a snack, or use it as a topping for salads, sandwiches, or vegan breakfasts.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 144.3 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 128.1 g | 640% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2054 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.1 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 57.0 g | 204% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.7 g | ||
| Protein | 20.4 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1596 mg | 34% | |
*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.
