Easy Candied Bacon Crackers
Oct 23, 2023, Updated Nov 14, 2024
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Sweet, salty, and super delicious, these bacon crackers are impossible to resist. With just a few ingredients, you can make a crowd pleasing treat that’s perfect for any gathering. In this post, I’ll walk you through each step to make these tasty crackers.
Need a perfect appetizer that is sure to impress your family and friends? These candied bacon crackers are seriously so good. Brown sugar melts on the salty bacon and crispy cracker to make a dish you can’t stop eating.
Try serving these on a charcuterie board, parties, during the holidays, game day, or for a tasty snack.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Salty and sweet. The combination of buttery crackers, crispy bacon, and caramelized sugar is irresistible.
- Easy to make. Quick to make for a simple appetizer.
- Always a hit! This is one of those appetizers that always goes fast. I recommend making 2 batches.
Ingredients
You only need a few simple ingredients you might already have in your kitchen.
- Crackers – I prefer using Club crackers but you could also use Ritz crackers.
- Bacon – Make sure to use thin slices of bacon. Thick bacon won’t fully cook.
- Brown sugar – Light brown sugar adds a delicious sweetness to the dish.
- Ground black pepper – A little pepper adds some seasoning.
How to make bacon crackers
Step one: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place a cooling rack on the foil.
Step two: Cut the bacon into pieces that will fit on the cracker. Usually one slice of bacon can cover 2-3 crackers. Place crackers on the cooling rack. Top the crackers with the bacon.
Step three: Sprinkle the brown sugar on top of the bacon and then add the ground black pepper.
Step four: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bacon is cooked. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Recipe tips and variations
- It’s best if you use a cooling rack to help prevent the crackers from sticking to the foil.
- Want to add a little spiciness? Sprinkle with red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
How to store
Store: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. You can warm them up in the microwave or the oven.
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Candied Bacon Crackers
Ingredients
- 21 club crackers You can use more or less depending on how many you would like to make.
- 10 slices bacon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place a cooling rack on the foil.
- Cut the bacon into pieces that will fit on the cracker. Usually one slice of bacon can cover 2-3 crackers. Place crackers on the cooling rack. Top the crackers with the bacon.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar on top of the bacon and then add the ground black pepper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bacon is cooked. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Notes
- It’s best if you use a cooling rack to help prevent the crackers from sticking to the foil.
- Want to add a little spiciness? Sprinkle with red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
