Spiced Bacon Twists (Printable Copy)

Thick-cut bacon coated in spiced brown sugar and baked until crispy and caramelized for an irresistible sweet-savory treat.

# What You Need:

→ Bacon

01 - 12 slices thick-cut bacon

→ Spiced Sugar Mixture

02 - 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and set a wire rack on top.
02 - In a shallow dish, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper (if using).
03 - Dredge each bacon slice in the sugar mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated.
04 - Twist each coated bacon slice several times to form a spiral, then arrange them on the wire rack with space between each piece.
05 - Sprinkle any leftover spiced sugar mixture over the twisted bacon strips.
06 - Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bacon is crisp and caramelized, rotating the baking sheet halfway through for even cooking.
07 - Allow twists to cool for 5 minutes before serving to let the caramelized coating set.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect balance of sweet cinnamon-sugar coating and savory bacon
  • Ready in just 35 minutes with minimal prep time
  • Elegant presentation that looks impressive but requires no special skills
  • Versatile enough for brunch, parties, or casual snacking
  • Optional heat from cayenne pepper adds customizable spice
02 -
  • Use tongs to handle bacon during coating to keep your hands clean
  • Rotate the baking sheet halfway through cooking for even caramelization
  • Allow 5 minutes cooling time for the coating to set and become crispy
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
  • Reheat in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes to restore crispiness
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