Video: how to make candied bacon

Just when you thought bacon couldn't get any better, we glaze it with maple syrup. Learn how to make your own candied bacon by watching the video below - and remember to serve with poached eggs, or break into small pieces as a nibble with drinks.

October 14, 2015 at 11:01 am

you will need…

rindless lean streaky bacon 12 rashers

maple syrup 1 tbsp

light brown soft sugar 1 tbsp

Dijon mustard 1 tsp

how to make your candied bacon

40 minutes, makes 12 servings

Step 1

Heat the oven to 190C/fan 170C/gas 5. Put the bacon on a rack over a baking tray. Mix the syrup, sugar and mustard in a small bowl with a splash of water, then lightly brush over the bacon. Cook in the oven for 10 minutes, then turn and brush the other side and cook for another 10 minutes.

Step 2

Keep brushing and turning until the bacon looks glassy, crisp and caramelised – this will take another 5-10 minutes depending on the power of your oven. Keep a close eye on the bacon for the last few minutes of cooking, because the sugar can easily burn.

PER SERVING: 79 kcals, fat 5.4g, saturates 2g, carbs 2.7g, fibre 0g, protein 4.8g, salt 0.9g