Description
If you love the sweet-and-savory magic of candied bacon and the crunch of a buttery cracker, then this recipe is about to become your go-to for every gathering, game day, or last-minute snack craving. These Candied Bacon Crackers are the perfect combination of crisp, salty bacon, golden brown sugar, and melt-in-your-mouth crackers—basically, flavor perfection in bite-sized form.
Ingredients
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Club Crackers: Their buttery, crisp texture is perfect here. Townhouse or even Ritz work too!
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Thin Cut Bacon: Thin is key—it crisps up nicely and cooks evenly without overbaking the crackers.
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Brown Sugar: This caramelizes on top for that sweet, candied crunch.
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Black Pepper (Optional): A little spice to cut through the sweetness. Highly recommended!
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with foil and place an oven-safe wire rack on top. This helps the bacon crisp up and prevents sogginess.
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Wrap each cracker with a half-slice of bacon and lay them on the rack.
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Sprinkle brown sugar on top of each one—about ½ teaspoon per cracker. Add a pinch of black pepper if you like a little kick.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes until the bacon is golden and crispy and the sugar is caramelized.
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Let cool slightly before serving—if you can wait that long!
Notes
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To Store Leftovers: Keep at room temperature for up to 2 hours. Beyond that, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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To Freeze: Yes, you can freeze them! Let them cool completely, then place in a freezer-safe bag for up to 1 month. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes to crisp back up.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes