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Oven Baked Candied Whiskey Bacon is the crispiest, sweetest, spiciest bacon recipe ever! And I’ve decided, it’s not just for breakfast; I like to add it to sandwiches, salads, and everything in between.
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Easy Oven Baked Candied Whiskey Bacon
Oven Baked Candied Whiskey Bacon is my absolute favorite way to make delicious and unique bacon. Brown sugar and whiskey infuse the meat, which is then baked in the oven until nice and crispy. It’s done in just minutes and tastes incredible! A little sweet, a little spicy, a LOT scrumptious!
And because this whiskey bacon is oven-baked, there’s no turning required, and no heavy smoky bacon smell permeates the house all day. Win!
Oven Baked Candied Whiskey Bacon
Ingredients
- 12 strips of Wright Brand Bacon
- 1 cup whiskey or bourbon
- 1¼ cup dark brown sugar divided
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- Mix together whiskey with 1 cup brown sugar and cayenne pepper in a small saucepan over medium/high heat. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.1 cup whiskey or bourbon, 1¼ cup dark brown sugar, ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- Place each strip of bacon directly on a baking sheet, allowing a bit of space between strips. Brush the bacon with the whiskey reduction and then sprinkle with remaining ¼ cup brown sugar.12 strips of Wright Brand Bacon
- Place bacon in the oven and cook for 20 minutes, checking after 12 minutes. Ovens vary, so you want to make sure it doesn't burn. Mine took the full 20 minutes.
- Take bacon out of the oven and allow to sit on a paper towel to cool/drain.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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How to Make Oven Baked Candied Whisky Bacon Step by Step
Prepare whiskey mixture and preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix 1 cup of whiskey with 1 cup of brown sugar and ½ tsp cayenne pepper in a small saucepan over medium/high heat. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Place bacon: Place 12 strips of bacon directly on a baking sheet, allowing a bit of space between strips. Brush the bacon with the whiskey reduction and then sprinkle with remaining ¼ cup brown sugar.
Cook bacon: Place bacon in the oven and cook for 20 minutes, checking after 12 minutes. Ovens vary, so you want to make sure it doesn’t burn. Mine took the full 20 minutes.
Take bacon out of the oven and allow to sit on a paper towel to cool/drain. Serve and enjoy!
How to Store
Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge. Reheat by microwaving for a few seconds or popping back into the oven for a couple of minutes.
Serving Suggestions
Candied Whiskey Bacon is the perfect addition to any breakfast food. I like to serve it alongside eggs Benedict or scrambled eggs. But it’s also great on these Instant Pot hamburgers or sprinkled over a broccoli and cheese casserole.
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I haven’t tried this, but it sounds delicious. Could it be frozen, do you think? Or how long would it keep? I wanted to include it in a Christmas present and I’m wondering if I could make it now, before Thanksgiving or if I’d have to wait until right before the holiday.
These are the best fresh!
wow, awesome recipe. Thank you :)
Do you ever bake the bacon on a cooling rack/grate to elevate it off the cookie sheet and catch drippings? If so, how does it turn out? Thinking of trying it that way
I do and it works great as well!
And people thought I was insane when I said that Bacon was nature’s “Meat Candy” !!!!!
YES!!! LOL
Omg, this looks and sounds amazing!! Can these be made a day or two before a party? If so, how would you store to keep them fresh & crispy? ????????????
It would be best cooked the day of, unfortunately! I do think you could prep it, seal it in an airtight container well wrapped in the fridge, and then bake when ready.
Hi there! I am going to try out this recipe for my sister’s bridal shower next weekend. If I make this the night before, will it still be good for the party? How would you recommend that I store it? Thanks!
Great recipe can’t wait to try! Where did you find that metal rack w/handle at?
Will this bacon keep sealed in a jar for a few days?
Ahhhh, candied bacon is everything but the addition of whiskey just pretty much BLOWS my mind! YUM!!
I’ve been dying to try oven baked bacon – this is definitely the recipe to make that finally happen!