Indulge in the irresistible taste of mouthwatering brown sugar bacon with this easy recipe. The crispy bacon is coated in a sweet and savory brown sugar glaze that caramelizes while baking, creating a perfect blend of flavors. This recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and can be enjoyed as a breakfast treat, a flavorful addition to sandwiches, or a delicious snack. Prepare to be amazed by the combination of salty, smoky bacon and the delightful sweetness of brown sugar.
Ingredients
- 1 pound bacon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir well until all the ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Place the bacon strips on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they do not overlap.
- Sprinkle about half of the brown sugar mixture evenly over the bacon slices.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven and carefully flip each bacon slice over using tongs or a fork.
- Sprinkle the remaining brown sugar mixture over the flipped bacon slices.
- Place the baking sheet back in the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the bacon reaches your desired level of crispiness and the brown sugar has caramelized.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and transfer the bacon slices to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease.
- Let the bacon cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Enjoy the mouthwatering brown sugar bacon as a delicious breakfast side, on a BLT sandwich, or as a fantastic snack!
