Cherry-wood Smoked Bacon Recipe

Time3h

Serves4

Make Cherry-wood Smoked Bacon Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Soak the Wood Chips
Place the cherry wood chips in a bowl of water and allow them to soak for at least 30 minutes. This helps to create smoke when they are heated.
2
Prepare the Bacon
While the wood chips are soaking, lay the thick-cut bacon strips out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. If desired, sprinkle the bacon with brown sugar, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika for added flavor.

3
Prepare the Smoker
Preheat your smoker to 200°F (93°C). If you are using a charcoal grill, set it up for indirect cooking by placing the coals to one side and leaving the other side empty.
4
Add the Wood Chips
Drain the soaked cherry wood chips and place them directly on the hot coals or in the smoker box of your smoker.
5
Add the Bacon
Once the wood chips begin to smoke, place the prepared bacon strips on the grill grate opposite the heat source (for indirect cooking) or on a rack in the smoker.
6
Smoke the Bacon
Smoke the bacon for about 2 to 3 hours, or until it reaches your desired level of crispness and smoky flavor. Check occasionally to ensure the bacon is not cooking too quickly.

7
Remove and Cool
Once the bacon is done, carefully remove it from the smoker and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease. Allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.