Name: Spicy Brown Sugar Bacon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 5 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 0.25 cup brown sugar; 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 lb bacon

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Spicy Brown Sugar Bacon

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Mix brown sugar, vinegar, maple syrup and pepper together in a bowl.

Place bacon on a rack on a foil lined rimmed baking sheet.

Bake bacon for 10 minutes; flip and bake for 5 additional minutes.

Brush both sides with glaze and bake for 25 minutes, basting ever 5 minutes.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Line Your Pan with Foil 🧈
Line your baking sheet with foil before laying bacon strips to prevent sticking and make cleanup effortless while ensuring even heat distribution across all strips.
Mix Your Glaze First ⏱️
Combine brown sugar, maple syrup, rice wine vinegar, and black pepper in a bowl before cooking so the glaze is ready to brush onto bacon at the perfect moment for optimal caramelization.
Start Bacon in a Cold Oven 🔥
Place bacon on a foil-lined sheet and put it in a cold oven set to 400°F; this prevents edges from burning while the center cooks evenly and renders fat properly for maximum crispiness.
Brush Glaze at the Right Time ✨
Apply your brown sugar glaze during the last 8-10 minutes of baking so it caramelizes without burning, creating that coveted glossy, candied exterior that makes this bacon irresistible.
Transfer to Paper Towels Immediately 📄
Move finished bacon to paper towels immediately after removing from the oven to absorb excess grease and allow it to set into the perfect crispy-yet-slightly-chewy texture.