Snoop Dogg Billionaire Bacon (Print)

Thick bacon coated with spiced sugar, baked to crispy caramelized perfection.

# Components:

→ Bacon

01 - 8 slices extra-thick cut bacon

→ Brown Sugar Coating

02 - ½ cup packed light brown sugar
03 - ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
04 - ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
05 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The brown sugar caramelizes into this glossy, crispy shell while the bacon underneath stays tender—it's textural heaven.
  • You basically ignore it while it bakes, which means you can scramble eggs or make coffee without babysitting anything.
  • It tastes indulgent and special but requires almost no technique, so you'll actually want to make it again.
02 -
  • If your sugar mixture slides off during baking, your bacon slices were probably wet—pat them dry with a paper towel before coating, and press the sugar on like you're sealing it into place.
  • The line between caramelized and burned happens faster than you'd think, so don't skip the halfway rotation and don't close your eyes during the final minutes.
  • Thick bacon slices actually exist and are worth seeking out; regular bacon will toughen up before the sugar gets golden, so this recipe genuinely depends on that thickness.
03 -
  • Pat your bacon slices dry before coating—any moisture will prevent the sugar from adhering and caramelizing properly.
  • Rotate the pan halfway through baking; ovens have hot spots, and this simple move keeps everything from browning unevenly.
  • Use a light hand when flipping so the coating doesn't slide off—if you're nervous, use tongs and move slowly.
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