Craving bacon? Try this simple Dunkin Donuts Snackin’ Bacon copycat recipe! Homemade candied bacon offers the perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. Strips of bacon are coated in a mouthwatering mixture of brown sugar and black pepper, then baked in the oven until perfectly crispy. It’s an irresistible snack or a tasty addition to your breakfast.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds thick-cut bacon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line two baking sheets with aluminum foil.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.
- Lay the bacon strips flat on the baking sheets, making sure they don’t overlap.
- Generously sprinkle the brown sugar and pepper mixture over the bacon, pressing gently to coat evenly.
- Bake one sheet at a time for 16 to 18 minutes, keeping an eye on it. Let the bacon cool on a rack before serving.
Notes
- The bacon will have a slightly sticky texture.
- For best results, use the thickest-cut bacon you can find.
- If using regular bacon, reduce the cooking time.
- Freshly ground black pepper works best, so be sure to grind it yourself for maximum flavor.
Nutrition
- Calories: 272 kcal
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 7g
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 37mg
- Sodium: 378mg
- Potassium: 128mg
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 9g
- Vitamin A: 22 IU
- Calcium: 12mg
- Iron: 0.3mg
