Candied Blackberry Glaze Bacon

DIRECTIONS

Glaze Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the fresh blackberries, brown sugar, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
2. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, mashing the blackberries with a fork as they soften.
3. Cook for 5–7 minutes until the mixture thickens into a glossy, sticky glaze. Remove from heat and set aside.

Recipe Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Place a wire cooling rack on top of the sheet.
2. Lay the thick-cut bacon strips flat in a single layer on the wire rack.
3. Bake the bacon for about 15 minutes, or until it begins to render its fat and starts turning translucent, but isn’t fully crispy yet.
4. Remove the bacon from the oven and generously brush or spoon the Candied Blackberry Glaze evenly over each strip.
5. Return the bacon to the oven for another 10–15 minutes, watching closely so the sugar doesn’t burn, until the glaze is bubbling, sticky, and deeply caramelized.
6. Let the bacon cool for 5 minutes on the rack (the glaze will harden slightly as it cools), then transfer and enjoy!