Cracked Black Pepper Bacon
Notes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Time: 15–20 minutes
Total Time: 20–25 minutes
Yield: 12–16 slices
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 15–20 minutes
Total Time: 20–25 minutes
Yield: 12–16 slices
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients:
- 12–16 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional – light brush only)
- 1–2 tbsp coarse cracked black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F
- Lay bacon on rack over sheet pan
- Lightly brush with maple (optional)
- Season generously with black pepper + spices
- Bake 15–20 minutes until crispy
- Rest 2–3 minutes before plating
