Description
Indulge in the irresistible taste of Sizzling Bourbon BBQ Bacon, where thick-cut bacon meets a rich bourbon barbecue sauce. This dish delivers a delightful crunch with every bite, balanced by sweet and smoky flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for gatherings or as a unique topping, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb thick-cut bacon
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp liquid smoke (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange the bacon strips in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- In a bowl, combine bourbon, brown sugar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Brush each bacon strip generously with the bourbon sauce mixture.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until crispy and caramelized.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices (50g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg