Oven Baked Candied Whiskey Bacon is the crispiest, sweetest, spiciest bacon recipe ever! And it’s not just for breakfast; add to sandwiches, salads and everything in between. 

oven baked candied whiskey bacon on a cooling rack

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! 

Because this whiskey bacon is oven baked, there’s no turning required, and no heavy smoky bacon smell permeating the house all day. Win!

sky shot of oven baked candied whiskey bacon with brown sugar and bourbon

What to Serve with Oven Baked Candied Whiskey Bacon

Candied Whiskey Bacon is the perfect addition to any breakfast food. Eggs, pancakes, omelets, cinnamon rolls…the possibilities are endless. But many delicious appetizers or entree recipes are elevated with a little (or a lot) of this tempting treat. Try a few yourself:

What Ingredients Do I Need to Make Candied Whiskey Bacon?

This recipe calls for only four ingredients, yet packs such a powerful flavor punch, you’d never know it was so easy to make. Here’s all you need:

  1. First, start with good quality bacon. I love a thick cut, but thick or thinner strips will work just great.
  2. Next, grab a cup or your favorite Bourbon or whiskey. 
  3. Mix the bourbon with dark brown sugar. The darker the brown sugar, the richer the flavor.
  4. Finally, kick up the spice by adding some cayenne pepper. 

Check out the recipe card below for all the details on how to make Oven Baked Candied Whiskey Bacon. Enjoy!

Can Candied Whiskey Bacon Be Left Out?

Don’t leave leftovers out at room temperature. Even fully cooked, bacon is still perishable. You can store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Then reheat by microwaving for a few seconds or popping back into the oven for a couple of minutes.

More Ways to Prepare Bacon:

I’m pretty picky about how I eat my bacon, so when I find a recipe I like I stick with it! With that in mind, try a few of my favorite ways to make the very best bacon.

oven baked candied whiskey bacon on cooling rack

Enjoy your whiskey bacon on everything!!

Try our oven baked brown sugar bacon too!

Recipe Card

Oven Baked Candied Whiskey Bacon

4.43 from 21 votes
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Author: Becky Hardin
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This candied bacon recipe is oven-baked with a sweet and spicy whiskey reduction that tastes amazing.
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Ingredients 

  • 12 strips of Wright Brand Bacon
  • 1 cup whiskey or bourbon
  • 1 1/4 cup dark brown sugar divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350F
  • Mix together your 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.
  • 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 1/4 cup brown sugar.
  • Place bacon in the oven and cook for 20 minutes, checking after 12 minutes. Ovens vary, so you want to make sure they don'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!
Calories: 573kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 9gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 489mgPotassium: 203mgSugar: 44gVitamin A: 95IUCalcium: 42mgIron: 0.6mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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Malory
Malory
November 18, 2021 1:49 pm

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.5 stars

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
November 24, 2021 11:13 am
Reply to  Malory

These are the best fresh!

Showbox Movie
Showbox Movie
February 9, 2019 9:08 am

wow, awesome recipe. Thank you :)5 stars

Maureen
Maureen
December 31, 2018 11:26 am

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

Big Daddy Karl
Big Daddy Karl
December 24, 2018 6:27 pm

And people thought I was insane when I said that Bacon was nature’s “Meat Candy” !!!!!5 stars

Aimee
Aimee
September 18, 2018 9:46 pm

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? ????????????

Michelle T Hattasch
Michelle T Hattasch
September 2, 2018 5:40 pm

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!

Dana
Dana
July 9, 2016 12:29 pm

Great recipe can’t wait to try! Where did you find that metal rack w/handle at?

msSally
msSally
June 15, 2016 12:53 pm

Will this bacon keep sealed in a jar for a few days?

Jessica @ Sprinkle Some Sugar
Jessica @ Sprinkle Some Sugar
January 13, 2016 8:21 am

Ahhhh, candied bacon is everything but the addition of whiskey just pretty much BLOWS my mind! YUM!!

Kimberly Ann @ Bake Love Give
Kimberly Ann @ Bake Love Give
January 10, 2016 9:24 pm

I’ve been dying to try oven baked bacon – this is definitely the recipe to make that finally happen!