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Brown Sugar Bacon
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The Best Candied Bacon Oven Recipe

Learn how to make candied bacon with flavor variations. This easy recipe is a great way to make bacon for a crowd and will soon be your favorite addition to your family breakfast.  
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 271kcal
Author: The Carefree Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 1 pound bacon
  • 6 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon seasoning Cumin, garlic, cocoa, or cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Spray a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray, then lay the bacon on the baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Sprinkle half of the brown sugar on the bacon along with 1/2 teaspoon of seasoning (cumin, garlic, cocoa, or cinnamon).
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then remove and flip the bacon over. Spread remaining 1/2 of the brown sugar mixture on the bacon and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes depending on how crispy you like your bacon.
  • Remove from the oven and transfer the bacon to a wire cooling rack to cool. Enjoy!

Notes

Storing instructions: stored bacon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Reheating: reheat in the microwave, a preheated 350 degree oven, or a saute pan over the stovetop.

Nutrition

Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 378mg | Potassium: 124mg | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.4mg