Candied Bacon Recipe: Sweet & Savory Perfection

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pound thick-cut bacon

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for even cooking.
2. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and a pinch of black pepper to create the perfect glaze.
3. Arrange bacon slices on a cooling rack placed over a baking sheet to allow for even crisping and easy cleanup.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then carefully turn the slices over and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Remove the bacon from the oven and generously brush both sides with the prepared brown sugar mixture.
6. Return the bacon to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes to allow the glaze to caramelize.
7. Repeat the basting process every 5 minutes, ensuring the bacon is evenly coated, until it reaches a beautifully browned and crisp perfection, approximately 35 minutes.

Nutrition

• Calories: 187 kcal
• Fat Content: 10 g
• Sugar Content: 13 g
• Sodium Content: 577 mg
• Protein Content: 9 g
• Cholesterol Content: 27 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 14 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g