Maple Pecan Bacon

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Get ready to elevate your bacon with the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and herby goodness! This baked Maple Pecan Bacon is coated in a luscious mix of brown sugar, crushed pecans, and a hint of fresh rosemary, creating a caramelized crunch that's absolutely irresistible.

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Total Time35

Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Brunch

Cuisine: American

Servings: slices

Calories: 115kcal

Author: Cynthia Christensen

Equipment

Ingredients

⅓ cup brown sugar
2 stems fresh rosemary about 3 inches each
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup pecans
2 tablespoons maple syrup
8 to 10 slices bacon

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
Place brown sugar, black pepper, and rosemary in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until the rosemary is very finely chopped.
Add your untoasted pecans into the bowl of the food processor and pulse 2 to 3 times, or until the pecans are finely chopped. Pour the mixture onto a small sheet pan or shallow dish.
Brush each slice of bacon on one side with maple syrup.
Press the bacon strips, syrup-side down, in the pecan mixture and place topping-side up on a larger parchment paper lined sheet pan.
Place into the oven and bake at 375° for 15 to 20 minutes or until the sugars are caramelized and the bacon is fully cooked.
Transfer to another piece of parchment paper or a wire cooling rack and allow to cool completely. The bacon and topping will crisp up as it cools.

Notes

Storage: Cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Just reheat it in the oven or microwave before serving.

Reheating: Reheat the bacon on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes until warmed through and crispy. Or place bacon on a microwave-safe plate lined with a paper towel and cover with another paper towel. Heat in 10-15 second intervals until warm.

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