Cowboy Candied Bacon (5 Slices) Recipe
Make Cowboy Candied Bacon (5 Slices) Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup and place a wire rack on top of the sheet.
- 2
Mix the Sugar and Spices
In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the sugar.
Cooking
- 3
Prepare the Bacon
Take the slices of thick-cut bacon and lay them out on the wire rack in a single layer, making sure the slices do not overlap.
- 4
Apply the Sugar Mixture
Sprinkle the brown sugar and spice mixture evenly over the top of each bacon slice. Make sure to cover the bacon generously for that candied effect.
- 5
Add Maple Syrup
Drizzle the maple syrup over the sugar-coated bacon slices for added sweetness and flavor.
- 6
Bake the Bacon
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the sugar has caramelized. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
- 7
Cool and Serve
Once cooked, remove the bacon from the oven and let it cool on the rack for a few minutes. The bacon will become even crispier as it cools. Serve warm as a delicious treat.
