Million Dollar Bacon

5 from 2 votes

Million dollar bacon is a mouthwatering candied bacon recipe featuring a perfect balance of sweet brown sugar, spicy black and cayenne pepper, and a luscious maple glaze.

Prep Time10

Cook Time35

Total Time45

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Million Dollar Bacon Recipe

Servings: slices

Calories: 211kcal

Ingredients

½ cup light brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or you can substitute chipotle powder
1 pound thick-cut bacon
¼ cup maple syrup

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or heavy-duty aluminum foil. I used heavy-duty foil and parchment paper. Generously spray a cooling rack with nonstick cooking spray.
Add the brown sugar, fresh cracked black pepper, and cayenne pepper to a small mixing bowl (three to four cups) and stir to combine completely.
Lay the strips of bacon in a single layer on top of the prepared cooling rack.
Spoon the brown sugar mixture over one side of the bacon.
Bake for 15 minutes, then rotate the baking sheet and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the bacon is browned to your liking.
Remove the bacon from the oven. Immediately drizzle the maple syrup over the bacon. Allow the bacon to rest on the rack for ten minutes before transferring to a serving plate and serving. I do not recommend placing the bacon on paper towels, as it will stick to the towels.

Notes

When spooning the brown sugar mixture onto the bacon, aim for an even coating. This ensures every bite is packed with flavor and sweetness.
Oven temperatures vary and may need to be recalibrated periodically to ensure they are accurate. Make sure to keep a close eye on your bacon as the suggested cooking time approaches.

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