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Stovetop~40 minComplexity

Candied Bacon Recipe

Name: Candied Bacon Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 9 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: Bacon, pork, raw (unprepared); Brown sugar; 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper* ($0.15)

This Candied Bacon Recipe yields 5g protein and 184 calories per serving — a calorie-conscious snack or meal component with minimal macro impact. Preps 9 servings at once, making it a shelf-stable option for extending your batch prep efficiency. Use as a training-day snack or macro-filler without disrupting your daily calorie targets.

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Ingredients

9 servings

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Bacon(306g)
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Brown sugar(120g)
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2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper* ($0.15)

Instructions

1Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top, then spray the rack lightly with cooking spray.
2Lay the bacon strips across the wire rack in a single layer, spacing them close together but not overlapping.
3Divide the brown sugar evenly and sprinkle it over each bacon strip, coating the top surface.
4Bake at 375°F for 25–30 minutes, until the bacon is golden brown and crispy and the sugar has caramelized into a dark amber glaze.
5Remove from the oven and let rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes so the candied sugar hardens slightly.
6Using tongs, transfer the bacon strips to a clean plate to cool completely.
7Once cooled, divide the candied bacon evenly into 3 airtight containers (approximately 3 strips per container) for meal prep storage.
8Refrigerate and reheat gently in a 300°F oven for 3–5 minutes before serving with your breakfast sides.

Nutrition — Per Serving

184

calories

protein

13g

fat

Carbohydrates: 13g
Saturated fat: 0.0g
Sodium: 4 mg
Dietary fiber: 0.0g

9 servings per batch · ~13g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How many calories are in Candied Bacon Recipe per serving?

Each serving has 51 calories with 0g protein, 0g fat, and 13g carbs. This is a condiment-style recipe better used as a topping or flavor component rather than a standalone macro contributor.

How long does Candied Bacon Recipe take to prep?

Quick prep on the stovetop with 9 servings per batch means minimal time investment. This scales efficiently for adding to breakfast plates or salads throughout your week.

Is Candied Bacon Recipe good for fat loss?

At only 51 calories per serving, this works as a flavor-boosting addition to meals without derailing a fat loss caloric deficit. However, it contributes minimal protein, so it's best paired with higher-protein base foods.