Spiced Bacon Twists (Printable)

Crispy caramelized bacon spirals dusted with cinnamon sugar for a sweet-savory bite

# Ingredient List:

→ 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)

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil, then place a wire rack on top.
02 - In a shallow dish, thoroughly mix 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 into a spiral shape and arrange them spaced apart on the wire rack.
05 - Evenly sprinkle any leftover spiced sugar over the arranged bacon twists.
06 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, rotating the baking tray halfway through, until the bacon is crisp and caramelized.
07 - Allow the twists to cool for 5 minutes to let the caramelized coating set before serving.

# Tips from the Pros:

01 -
  • The brown sugar creates this incredible candy-like coating that cracks when you bite into it.
  • Theyre dangerously easy to make and disappear faster than you can bake them.
02 -
  • The sugar will liquefy and drip through the rack onto your parchment. Do not skip the parchment or you will be scrubbing caramelized sugar off your baking sheet for days.
  • Twisting warm bacon is much easier than cold bacon. Let the slices sit at room temperature for ten minutes before you start working with them.
03 -
  • If you're doubling the recipe, use two baking sheets. Overcrowding creates steam and you'll lose that crucial crispiness.
  • The cayenne is optional but it makes these completely addictive. Start with a tiny pinch and see how you like it.
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