Print

Savory Bourbon Maple Bacon Recipe Easy Sticky Glaze for Breakfast

bourbon maple bacon - featured image
Print Recipe

A quick and easy recipe for thick-cut bacon glazed with a sticky, sweet, and smoky bourbon maple sauce that’s perfect for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) bourbon whiskey
  • 1/4 cup (50 grams) packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Lay out the 12 slices of thick-cut bacon on a paper towel-lined plate to blot any excess moisture.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, bourbon, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika (if using), black pepper, and water to make the glaze.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place half of the bacon slices in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until they begin to brown but are not fully crisp.
  4. Using tongs, carefully brush the glaze over the bacon slices. Continue cooking, flipping every 2 minutes and basting with more glaze until the bacon is caramelized and sticky, about 10-12 minutes total. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  5. Transfer glazed bacon to a wire rack on a baking sheet to cool and crisp while cooking the remaining slices.
  6. Repeat the cooking and glazing process with the remaining bacon slices and glaze.
  7. Once all bacon is cooked and glazed, give a final brush with any leftover glaze for extra shine and flavor. Serve warm.

Notes

Use thick-cut bacon for best results. Cook over medium to medium-low heat to prevent burning the glaze. Baste frequently to build up the sticky coating. If glaze thickens too much, add a splash of water to loosen it. Rest bacon on a wire rack to keep it crispy.

Nutrition

Keywords: bourbon maple bacon, glazed bacon, sticky bacon, breakfast bacon, bourbon bacon, maple syrup bacon, easy bacon recipe

Find it online: https://fuzzyforker.com/savory-bourbon-maple-bacon-recipe-easy-sticky-glaze-for-breakfast/