Bacon Crackers
These candied bacon crackers are a sweet and savory treat no one can resist! With brown sugar and cayenne pepper, they pack a flavorful punch.
Ingredients
- 30club crackers
- 10strips bacon, cut into thirds (thin-cut works best)
- ⅓ cuplight brown sugar, packed
- ¼ teaspooncayenne pepper (optional, for a spicy kick)
- ¼ teaspoonblack pepper (optional, for balance)
- ¼ cupmaple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Place a wire rack on top. (The rack helps keep the crackers crisp by allowing fat to drip down.)
- 2
Lay out the club crackers in a single layer on the wire rack. Make sure they’re not overlapping.
- 3
Cut each bacon strip into thirds. Place one piece of bacon on top of each cracker, ensuring it covers most of the cracker.
- 4
Sprinkle a pinch of brown sugar on top of each bacon piece. If using cayenne or black pepper, mix them with the brown sugar beforehand for even seasoning.
- 5
Place the tray in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. Or until the bacon is crispy and the sugar has caramelized. Keep an eye on them toward the end to avoid burning.
- 6
If using maple syrup, brush a thin layer over the bacon during the last 5 minutes of baking for an extra layer of sweetness and shine.
- 7
Remove the bacon crackers from the oven and let them cool slightly. They’ll crisp up further as they cool. Serve warm or at room temperature.