Best 6 Candied Bacon Blts Recipes

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Candied bacon BLTs are a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone, and the crispy bacon adds a satisfying crunch. This recipe will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to make the perfect candied bacon BLT, from preparing the bacon to assembling the sandwich.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CANDIED BACON



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This is a really easy breakfast item because you can put it in the oven, set the timer and forget about it while you make everything else and pull it out just before sitting down so it's piping hot.

Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

12 slices bacon, about 1/4-inch thick
Finely ground black pepper
1/3 cup light brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Put bacon slices in a bowl, season them with pepper and toss with the brown sugar. Cover a baking sheet with parchment or foil and arrange the bacon in a single layer on top. Sprinkle any sugar left in the bowl over the bacon. Top with another layer of parchment or foil and top it, squarely, with another baking sheet. The baking sheet will flatten the bacon as it cooks.
  • Place the tray in the center of the oven and bake for 20 minutes. Check the bacon by lifting the top tray and parchment. If it is not golden brown and fairly crispy, resist the temptation to turn up the oven temperature, and cook it for 10 to 15 minutes longer. Check it again. Keep in mind that when you remove the tray and transfer the bacon to a serving platter or individual plates, the bacon will "crisp" up a little more. Be patient!

CANDIED BACON BLTS



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Candying the bacon in the oven adds a little bit of sweetness to the mix, enhancing a classic BLT. After the bacon gets crisp, you can overlap the strips, imitating the size and shape of your bread. As the bacon cools, the "caramel" on the outside firms up, making the sandwich easier to assemble -- and eat, too!

Provided by Erin Jeanne McDowell

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 slices thick-cut bacon
1/3 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
Freshly ground black pepper
2 small tomatoes, thickly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 thick slices sourdough bread
3 tablespoons mayonnaise, plus more for serving (optional)
4 leaves Boston lettuce
12 large basil leaves
2 thick slices red onion

Steps:

  • For the candied bacon: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line one rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and another with parchment paper. Arrange the bacon slices very close together on the foil-lined baking sheet -- they should all fit on one.
  • Sprinkle about 1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar and a few grinds of black pepper over each slice of bacon. Bake until the bacon is evenly browned and very crisp, 15 to 17 minutes.
  • While the bacon is still hot, transfer to the parchment-lined baking sheet and divide into 2 groups, overlapping 5 slices slightly on top of each other. Let cool while you prepare the rest of the sandwich.
  • For the sandwich: Lay the tomato slices on a large plate and season with salt and pepper. Spread the mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
  • When the skillet is hot, add 2 slices of bread, mayo-side down, and toast until deeply golden brown. Remove to a plate and repeat with the remaining 2 slices of bread. Let cool completely. If desired, spread more mayonnaise on the untoasted sides of the bread.
  • To build each sandwich, layer half of the lettuce, basil, onion, tomato slices and bacon between 2 slices of bread. If desired, cut the sandwich in half.

HOW TO MAKE CANDIED BACON



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Making candied bacon is one of those a-ha moments-why didn't I ever do this before? The magic happens in the oven and only takes half an hour. Eat it as is, crumble it over salad, or use it to garnish a Bloody Mary. We don't need to tell you what to do with bacon, right?

Provided by Nick Evans

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Snack     How To     Make-ahead     Quick and Easy

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 3

12 strips bacon (not thick-cut, about one pound)
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Store the bacon: Candied bacon can be kept in the fridge for a few days and reheats well in a skillet over low heat. I don't think candied bacon is worth freezing, although if you made a huge batch you absolutely could. You could just want to make sure to freeze the strips individually so they didn't stick together.

CANDIED BACON



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This makes a great party snack.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Meat and Seafood     Bacon

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
ground black pepper to taste
1 pound thick-cut bacon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix brown sugar, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and black pepper in a small bowl.
  • Place bacon slices on cooling rack set over a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, turn slices, and bake another 5 minutes.
  • Remove bacon and brush both sides with brown sugar mixture. Return bacon to the oven and bake another 5 minutes. Repeat basting every 5 minutes until bacon is browned and crisp, about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 27.3 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 576.9 mg, Sugar 12.9 g

CANDIED BACON BITES



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     appetizer

Time 3h40m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

10 slices bacon
One 12-ounce can cola
Nonstick cooking spray, for the cooling rack
3/4 cup unpacked light brown sugar
2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Put the bacon in a container so it lays flat. Pour over the cola to cover. Refrigerate and let soak 2 to 3 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, place a cooling rack over top and spray with cooking spray.
  • Drain the bacon from the cola, place on the cooling rack and pat dry. Combine the brown sugar, paprika and black pepper in a bowl and toss to combine and loosen up the brown sugar. Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture on both sides of the bacon, pressing and patting so it adheres. Place the slices on the cooling rack; they can be close to one another but shouldn't touch.
  • Bake until the bacon is deeply caramelized but still pliable (it will crisp as it cools), about 20 minutes. Flip the bacon occasionally as it cools to crisp on both sides. Let cool completely.

CANDIED BACON STICKS



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Bacon on a bread stick makes this lower calories than bacon on a smokie and it's so good!

Provided by kcs

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Bacon     Appetizers

Time 1h10m

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 4

cooking spray
2 pounds bacon, cut in half lengthwise
2 (3 ounce) packages thin breadsticks (such as Alessi®)
2 cups brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with aluminum foil or parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
  • Wrap 1 bacon strip around each breadstick, leaving about 1 inch uncovered on each end. Place wrapped breadsticks on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over breadsticks.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bacon is crisp and browned, 50 to 60 minutes. Cool breadsticks on a piece of parchment paper or waxed paper sprayed with cooking spray.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 13.2 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 324.4 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

Tips:

  • For crispy bacon, cook it in a single layer in a skillet over medium heat. Don't overcrowd the pan, or the bacon will steam instead of fry.
  • To make candied bacon, simply sprinkle brown sugar over the bacon before cooking. You can also add a little black pepper or cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
  • For a BLT with a twist, try using different types of bread, such as sourdough or rye. You can also add different toppings, such as avocado, tomato, or cheese.
  • If you're short on time, you can use pre-cooked bacon to make your BLT. Just be sure to heat it up before adding it to the sandwich.

Conclusion:

The BLT is a classic American sandwich that is loved by people of all ages. It's simple to make, but it can be customized in many ways to suit your taste. Whether you like your BLT classic or with a twist, there's a recipe in this article that you're sure to enjoy.

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