Snoop Dogg Billionaire Bacon (Printable Version)

Thick-cut bacon baked with brown sugar and spices for a crispy, caramelized treat with subtle heat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bacon

01 - 8 slices extra-thick cut bacon

→ Brown Sugar Coating

02 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
03 - 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
04 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
02 - Place bacon slices in a single layer on the wire rack, ensuring space between each piece.
03 - Combine the brown sugar, cracked black pepper, cayenne pepper, and smoked paprika in a small bowl.
04 - Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture evenly over both sides of the bacon, pressing gently for adhesion.
05 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until bacon is deeply caramelized and crisp.
06 - Remove from the oven and let cool on the rack for 5 minutes to allow crisping. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It transforms bacon from a supporting player into the main event with minimal effort.
  • The brown sugar coating caramelizes into a crispy shell that shatters when you bite it.
  • You can make a whole batch at once instead of fussing with a skillet, giving you time for coffee.
02 -
  • The wire rack is non-negotiable—without it, the bottom of your bacon sits in rendered fat and steams instead of crisps, which I discovered the embarrassing way.
  • Timing matters less than visual cues: you're looking for deep caramelization and the edges turning dark brown, not a clock.
  • Don't skip the 5-minute cool-down or you'll bite into what feels soggy, then it hardens 30 seconds later and you look silly.
03 -
  • Use a meat thermometer or just look for deep caramelization rather than timing—every oven runs different, and your eyes are more reliable than the clock.
  • If you want extra-thick bacon but can't find it at your regular store, ask the butcher counter—they'll often slice it custom for you.
  • The smoked paprika is the secret ingredient that makes people think you actually know what you're doing in the kitchen.
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