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Maple-glazed bacon Recipe

American · Side dish · 25 min total

Sweet and salty crispy bacon strips glazed with maple syrup, perfect as a side dish or topping for salads, burgers, and pancakes.

Ingredients

• 12 slices thick-cut bacon
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
2. Arrange bacon strips in a single layer on the wire rack.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, brown sugar, black pepper, and cayenne if using.
4. Brush half of the maple mixture over the bacon strips.
5. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and brush with remaining glaze.
6. Return to oven and bake for another 8-10 minutes until bacon is caramelized and crispy.
7. Let cool on the rack for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips

• For extra crispiness, let the bacon cool completely on the rack.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes to restore crispiness.

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