Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb. thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup brown sugar
- Water (enough to make a paste)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Partially Cook Bacon: Begin by cooking the bacon about halfway on the stovetop or in the oven until it is partially cooked but still pliable.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier, then arrange the partially cooked bacon strips in a single layer without overlapping.
- Make Brown Sugar Paste: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar with enough water to create a thick paste. If desired, stir in 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon for extra warmth and flavor.
- Apply Brown Sugar Paste: Using a pastry brush, coat both sides of each bacon strip evenly with the brown sugar paste for complete coverage.
- Bake Bacon: Place the baking sheet in a preheated 350°F oven and bake the bacon until fully cooked and caramelized, about 10 minutes. Baking time may vary slightly depending on bacon thickness.
Notes
- Thicker-cut bacon will require a longer baking time to cook through.
- Keep bacon strips in a single layer and ensure they do not touch, to prevent sticking and allow even cooking.
- Using parchment paper on the baking sheet significantly simplifies cleanup.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
