Easy Candied Bacon Recipe with Peanut Butter Drizzle
The ultimate sweet and salty combo, now in your belly! Make this easy candied bacon recipe for your next get-together and wow your guests! A hint of spice, sweet sugary glaze and a warm peanut butter drizzle make this a delicious treat any time!
Ingredients
- 1 lb. of bacon uncooked
- 1/2 tsp ground red pepper
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- pinch cumin
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- Aluminum Foil
- Cooking Spray
Drizzle
- 1/4 c peanut butter
- 1 tbsp agave syrup
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Move rack to the top position in the oven.
- On a large baking sheet, cover with aluminum foil. Spray with cooking spray.
- Line bacon in a single layer on the baking sheet (2 sheets may be necessary).
- In small bowl, combine sugar and spices until well mixed.
- Place generous even layer of sugar mixture on top of each bacon slice. Sprinkle any extra on top of bacon slices.
- Bake in top rack of oven for 15-20 minutes (depending on thickness of bacon), or until bacon is crispy.
- Immediately remove bacon from baking sheet and blot with paper towel. Transfer to cool in single layer on a plate.
- Meanwhile, heat peanut butter in small microwaveable bowl for 30 seconds. Add agave syrup and milk until thinned. Quickly drizzle peanut butter mixture on top of bacon slices.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Store remaining in tightly sealed container
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