Brown Sugar Bacon is the ultimate budget-friendly trick to upgrade any morning. With just 2 simple ingredients, it bakes up sweet, crispy, and delicious with practically zero fuss.
Serve with an easy egg frittata or some breakfast sliders and a side of fruit for a crowd-pleasing breakfast spread everyone will love.
Recipe Highlights: Brown Sugar Bacon
- Flavor: Caramelized edges with sweet and smoky bacon flavor that melts in your mouth.
- Why Make It: It’s an easy way to add a standout breakfast or brunch dish without much effort.
- Serving: Pair it up with savory main dishes like a sausage and egg breakfast casserole, omelets, or some scrambled eggs and toast.
Total Time: 23 Mins Servings: 8 Cooking Method: Oven
Ingredient Notes
- Bacon: Regular, unflavored bacon is best with this recipe. Use regular cut for the 18-minute cook time. If using thicker bacon, you will need to cook for longer.
- Brown Sugar: Light or dark brown sugar will work. Dark brown has a deeper molasses flavor. Use extra for a thick, candied coating, or less if you like just a touch of sweetness.
Variations
- Sweet: Brush the bacon lightly with maple syrup before adding the brown sugar for a sweeter flavor.
- Smoky: Stir smoked paprika into the brown sugar to add a warm, smoky note.
- Spicy: Sprinkle on a little cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper for a sweet kick of heat.
How to Make Brown Sugar Bacon
- Place bacon on a foil-lined baking sheet, leaving room between each piece.
- Sprinkle with your desired amount of brown sugar.
- Cook until crispy and caramelized (full recipe below).
Storing Brown Sugar Bacon
- Let the bacon cool fully, then refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Place parchment paper between slices to prevent sticking.
- For best results, we recommend refrigerating, but leftovers can be frozen in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
- Reheat at 350°F in the oven (5 for 8 minutes) or the air fryer (2 to 3 minutes) for the best crisp texture. You can use the microwave, but slices won’t be as crisp.
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Brown Sugar Bacon
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound Bacon
- ¼ cup Brown Sugar or more to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking tray with heavy duty aluminum foil.
- Place the bacon side by side on the tray, leaving space between each piece, and sprinkle liberally with brown sugar.
- Place the tray in the oven and cook the bacon for 18 to 20 minutes or until it reaches your desired crispness.
- Remove the tray from the oven. Use tongs to transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to cool.
Notes
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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