Indulge in the perfect combination of sweet and salty flavors with these irresistible sweet bacon crackers. Crispy crackers are coated with a sweet glaze made from brown sugar and honey, then topped with crispy bacon pieces. This crowd-pleasing appetizer is perfect for parties, game nights, or any time you want to treat yourself to a delectable snack. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you'll be enjoying these delicious crackers in no time. Get ready to impress your guests with this simple yet flavorful recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 sleeve of saltine crackers
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 8 slices of cooked bacon, crumbled
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the saltine crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the brown sugar and honey to the saucepan and stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and let it bubble for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully pour the hot caramel mixture over the saltine crackers, ensuring all crackers are coated evenly.
- Bake the crackers in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the caramel is bubbling and the crackers are slightly browned.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the hot crackers.
- Allow the crackers to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them to a serving platter.
- Serve and enjoy these delicious sweet bacon crackers!
Interesting Facts
Saltine crackers were first produced in the early 1800s by a bakery in New York.
Bacon is traditionally made from pork belly, but it can also be made from other cuts of meat, such as turkey or beef.
The sweet and salty combination in this recipe is known as a flavor pairing, which creates a more complex and enjoyable taste experience.