Maple Glazed Bacon

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and set a wire rack over the top. Arrange 12 strips of thick-cut bacon in a single layer on the rack without overlapping.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, mix together 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper until well combined.

3. 3

   Brush the top of each bacon strip generously with the maple glaze. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.

4. 4

   After 15 minutes, brush the bacon with another coat of glaze and continue to bake for an additional 5–8 minutes until the bacon is deep mahogany brown and caramelized. Keep a close eye on it, as the sugar can burn quickly.

5. 5

   Once done, remove the bacon from the oven and let it cool on the rack for 5 minutes. The glaze will harden into a lacquered coating as it cools.

6. 6

   Do not move the bacon until it has firmed up to maintain the glaze's texture.

7. 7

   Serve the maple glazed bacon warm or at room temperature as a delicious breakfast or snack.