Glazed Bacon

This Glazed Bacon is coated in a sweet brown sugar and Dijon mustard glaze, then baked until perfectly caramelized. An easy bacon recipe that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, holidays, and special occasions.

Prep Time10

Cook Time, divided32

Total Time42

Servings:

Calories: 183kcal

Author: Karin and Ken

Ingredients

1 pound bacon sliced, 15 slices on average
1 cup brown sugar packed
¼ cup unsweetened apple juice or white wine
2 tblsp Dijon mustard or yellow mustard

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and a rack lightly coated with cooking spray.
Place strips of bacon on the rack and in the oven for 12 minutes. Remove and drain fat from baking sheet. I wipe the tinfoil with some paper towel.
In a small bowl combine brown sugar, wine or apple juice and mustard.
Using a brush paint half of the mixture on top of the bacon. Bake 10 more minutes.
Flip each piece of bacon over and paint the other side of each slice. Return pan to oven for 10 minutes or until cooked the way you like it.

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Notes

Set yourself up for success: Line the baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup, use a wire rack to allow grease to drip away, and arrange the bacon in a single layer so it cooks evenly.
Glaze properly: Drain excess grease before glazing and brush every slice evenly to ensure the sweet and savory coating sticks and caramelizes consistently.
Watch the final bake: The brown sugar can caramelize quickly, so keep a close eye on the bacon during the last few minutes and adjust the baking time based on how crispy you like it.
Let it rest briefly: Allow the bacon to cool for a few minutes after baking so the glaze can set and develop its sticky texture.
Serve warm: Glazed bacon has the best flavor and texture when served fresh from the oven while it's still warm and caramelized.
Thick-Cut Bacon: Use thick-cut bacon for a meatier texture and extra smoky flavor. Bake for 15 minutes, brush with half the glaze and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, then flip, brush with the remaining glaze, and bake for another 10 to 12 minutes. Total baking time will be approximately 35 to 40 minutes, depending on your preferred level of crispness.

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