Best 8 Sweet N Spicy Bacon Recipes

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Who doesn't love the salty, smoky, and slightly sweet taste of cured pork belly? Bacon, a beloved breakfast staple, can be transformed into a delightful sweet and spicy treat with just a few simple ingredients. There are many recipes to choose from, each with its unique blend of seasonings that bring out the best of bacon's flavors. From sweet and tangy honey garlic sauces to spicy chili glazes, this article presents a selection of the best sweet and spicy bacon recipes to satisfy your taste buds and impress your family and friends at your next brunch or dinner party.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SPICY BACON



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Categories     Pork     Breakfast     Brunch     Side     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Mother's Day     Bacon     Fall     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
Rounded 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
Rounded 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb thick-cut bacon (12 slices)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Stir together brown sugar, cayenne, and black pepper in a small bowl.
  • Arrange bacon slices in l layer on a large broiler pan and bake in middle of oven (or upper third of oven if baking with eggs) 20 minutes. Turn slices over and sprinkle evenly with spiced sugar. Continue baking until bacon is crisp and brown, 15 to 20 minutes more, then transfer to paper towels to drain.

SWEET AND SPICY BACON BITES



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound slab bacon, cut into 1-by-1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Place the bacon in an even layer in a large skillet. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring often with a rubber spatula, until the bacon is light golden brown, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the maple syrup, black pepper and cayenne in a small bowl.
  • Pour off some of the rendered bacon fat, leaving just a small amount. Return the skillet to the heat and pour the maple syrup mixture over the bacon. Braise gently until the syrup thickens and glazes the bacon and the bacon is deep golden brown, about 15 minutes. Serve warm.

SUGAR AND SPICE BACON



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A sweet and spicy bacon strip that can be made in the oven or on top of the stove. These are so good that they will leave you wanting more.

Provided by Barbara Conrad

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Meat and Seafood     Bacon

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
1 pound thick cut bacon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place flour, sugar, and pepper into a resealable plastic bag and shake to mix. Shake bacon with flour mixture a few strips at a time to coat. Place coated bacon onto a baking sheet or broiler pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes or until bacon has cooked to desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 27.5 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 582.3 mg, Sugar 17.8 g

SWEET AND SPICY BACON



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Make and share this Sweet and Spicy Bacon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by WaterMelon

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb thick-cut bacon (12 slices)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Stir together brown sugar, cayenne, and black pepper in a small bowl.
  • Arrange bacon slices in l layer on a large broiler pan and bake in middle of oven for 20 minutes.
  • Turn slices over and sprinkle evenly with spiced sugar.
  • Continue baking until bacon is crisp and brown, 15 to 20 minutes more, then transfer to paper towels to drain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Fat 34.1, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 51.5, Sodium 631.7, Carbohydrate 4, Sugar 3.3, Protein 8.8

SWEET 'N' SPICY BACON



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Chili powder, cayenne and curry add an unexpected flavor twist to the taste-tempting bacon. With a touch of cinnamon and maple syrup, the well-seasoned strips complement just about any breakfast, brunch or BLT. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
8 bacon strips
3 tablespoons maple syrup

Steps:

  • Combine the seasonings; sprinkle over both sides of bacon. Place on a rack in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 450° for 10 minutes., Drizzle with 1 tablespoon syrup. Turn bacon and drizzle with remaining syrup. Bake for 6-10 minutes longer or until browned. Remove to paper towels. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SWEET & SPICY SNACK'N BACON



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Ready-to-serve bacon slices are topped with a variety of sweet and savory condiments then warmed in the microwave for easy appetizers or snacks.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 2

3 slices OSCAR MAYER Fully Cooked Bacon, cut in half
suggested toppings (listed below)

Steps:

  • Brush brush or sprinkle each bacon piece lightly with 1 of the toppings, such as: maple-flavored syrup; GREY POUPON Hearty Spicy Brown Mustard; KRAFT Barbecue Sauce; KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese; TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa; black pepper; grape, strawberry or apple jelly; cinnamon sugar or honey.
  • Microwave on HIGH 15 to 20 seconds or just until warmed. Cool 1 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

SWEET-AND-SPICY BACON



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Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Side     Bake     Bacon     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
Rounded 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
Rounded 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb thick-cut bacon (about 12 slices)

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Stir together brown sugar, cayenne, and black pepper in a small bowl.
  • Arrange bacon slices in 1 layer (not overlapping) on rack of a large broiler pan. Bake 20 minutes. Turn slices over and sprinkle evenly with spiced sugar. Continue baking until bacon is crisp and deep golden, 20 to 35 minutes more (check bacon every 5 minutes). Transfer to paper towels to drain.

SWEET N SPICY BACON CHICKEN



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Bacon wrapped, sweet but spicy, bite-sized chicken. So easy and a perfect finger food or main course.

Provided by wittlebit83

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 40 pieces, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb chicken
1 (8 ounce) package bacon (turkey for healthy ones)
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  • Cut bacon into 1 to 1-1/2 inch pieces.
  • Wrap a piece of bacon around each chicken piece. Use toothpicks if necessary.
  • Combine the brown sugar and cayenne in a small bowl.
  • Roll each piece of chicken and bacon in the brown sugar/cayenne mixture.
  • Place on a cookie sheet keeping the pieces from touching.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 609.4, Fat 42.7, SaturatedFat 13.4, Cholesterol 123.6, Sodium 559.5, Carbohydrate 27.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 26.7, Protein 27.8

Tips:

  • Choose the right bacon: For this recipe, thick-cut bacon is ideal. It will hold up better to the cooking process and provide a more satisfying bite.
  • Cook the bacon in a single layer: This will help it cook evenly and prevent it from steaming.
  • Flip the bacon halfway through cooking: This will ensure that both sides are evenly cooked.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: If you're cooking a lot of bacon, cook it in batches. Overcrowding the pan will prevent the bacon from cooking evenly.
  • Drain the bacon on paper towels: This will help remove excess grease.
  • Season the bacon with your favorite spices: Some popular options include black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  • Serve the bacon immediately: While it's still hot and crispy.

Conclusion:

Sweet and spicy bacon is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as part of a larger meal. It's perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give sweet and spicy bacon a try.

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