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Billionaire Bacon

Billionaire Bacon: Sweet & Spicy Bliss for Your Brunch Spread

Billionaire Bacon is a delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors that will elevate your brunch experience!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coating
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark based on preference
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Remove seeds for less heat
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
For the Bacon
  • 12 slices Thick-Sliced Bacon Use thick slices for better texture
For Baking
  • 1 can Nonstick Cooking Spray Essential for preventing sticking

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Baking Rack
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spray Bottle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. Spray the baking rack generously with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. Mix brown sugar, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper in a bowl until blended.
  4. Coat each bacon strip with the brown sugar mixture on both sides.
  5. Arrange the coated bacon strips on the prepared baking rack in a single layer.
  6. Bake for around 30 minutes, checking for doneness starting at 20 minutes.
  7. Allow the bacon to cool on the pan for about 10 minutes before handling.
  8. Serve warm as a delicious addition to your brunch or as a snack.

Nutrition

Serving: 2slicesCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 10gCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.

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