Sweet Cinnamon Bacon Twists (Printable Version)

Crispy bacon twisted and coated with cinnamon brown sugar, baked until caramelized for a sweet-savory treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bacon

01 - 12 slices thick-cut bacon

→ Spiced Sugar Mixture

02 - 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and set a wire rack on top.
02 - In a shallow dish, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper until evenly combined.
03 - Dredge each bacon slice in the sugar mixture, pressing gently to coat both sides evenly.
04 - Twist each bacon slice several times to form a spiral shape, then arrange on the wire rack with space between each piece.
05 - Sprinkle any remaining spiced sugar mixture over the bacon twists for extra coating.
06 - Bake for 25-30 minutes until bacon is crisp and caramelized, rotating the baking sheet halfway through for even cooking.
07 - Let cool for 5 minutes to allow the caramelized coating to set before serving warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of sweet and spicy creates an addictive flavor that keeps everyone reaching for just one more
  • They come together in under 40 minutes but taste like something from a fancy brunch spot
02 -
  • Thick-cut bacon is absolutely necessary here because regular slices burn before the sugar has time to properly caramelize
  • The wire rack is not optional if you want evenly cooked twists, as baking directly on the sheet results in soggy bottoms
03 -
  • Line your baking sheet with foil first because the sugar will drip and burn onto the pan, creating a nightmare cleanup situation
  • Make these right before serving because the sugar coating softens in humid weather and they lose that irresistible crunch
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