Candied Bacon Crumble
Ingredients
- 1 pound thick-cut bacon
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 F and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, then set a wire rack on top.
- Arrange the bacon strips in a single layer on the rack.
- Mix the brown sugar, black pepper and cayenne in a small bowl, then press a thin layer onto the top side of each strip.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until the bacon is deep brown and the sugar has melted into a sticky glaze.
- Cool on the rack for 10 minutes; candied bacon firms up as it cools and turns brittle at the edges.
- Crumble or chop into small bits and transfer to a serving bowl with a small spoon.
Good to Know
Bake this a day ahead and store it whole at room temperature in an airtight container; crumble it just before serving so it stays crisp.