Description

Thick-cut bacon glazed with a sticky, smoky-sweet mixture of bourbon, BBQ sauce, and spices. Perfect for brunch, burgers, or an irresistible appetizer.

Ingredients

1 lb thick-cut bacon
2 tbsp bourbon (mid-shelf recommended)
1/3 cup smoky BBQ sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Dash of hot sauce (optional)
Sliced scallions, chopped parsley, or toasted sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Flaked sea salt for finishing (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil and place a wire rack on top. Spray with nonstick spray.
In a bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, bourbon, brown sugar, smoked paprika, black pepper, and hot sauce if using. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Lay bacon strips in a single layer on the prepared rack. Don’t overcrowd.
Brush each slice with glaze. Bake for 12-15 minutes.
Flip bacon, brush with more glaze, and bake an additional 8-10 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning.
Transfer bacon to parchment or a clean rack to cool. The glaze will set as it cools.
Garnish with scallions, parsley, sesame seeds, or sea salt if desired.

Notes

Substitute bourbon with unsweetened apple juice and a splash of vanilla extract for a non-alcoholic version.
Serve bacon on skewers, in burgers, on pancakes, or chopped into salads.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze up to 1 month.