The Best Millionaire's Bacon | Easy Brunch Favorite

If you LOVE Brunch or Bacon, This Millionaire's Bacon is a MUST TRY!

What is Millionaire's Bacon? Millionaire's Bacon is a sweet candied bacon that has the perfect sweet and savory combo with a slight hint of heat. This bacon makes for the perfect brunch side or even snack.

Where did Millionaire's Bacon Originate?

Before having kids, my Husband and I would venture around the Bay Area weekly checking out new brunch spots and trying new food. On one of our food adventures we discovered Millionaire's Bacon at San Francisco's Sweet Maple restaurant. Ever since, I have set out on a journey to recreate it, and this recipe sure does hit the spot. I have also heard it referred to as Million Dollar Bacon.

What Kind of Bacon should I use to make Millionaire's Bacon?

For the best Millionaire's Bacon, use the thickest cut of bacon you can find. The thickest cuts can be found at your local market at the meat counter. I usually grab my thick cut bacon on sale at Costco, or even Safeway. The thinner cuts also work if that is what you have on hand but the cooking time is shorter and please monitor for burning.

Tips to Achieve the Tastiest Millionaire's Bacon

• Cover the bacon fully with the glaze mixture
• Use the thickest cut of bacon available
• Allow the bacon 5-10 minutes to cool down so the glaze sticks to the bacon
• If using the oven, cook the bacon on a cooling rack so the fats can drain and the bacon can crisp up

How long can I store Millionaire's Bacon?

This bacon can stay fresh for 3-4 days in the fridge, and you can reheat in the air fryer or oven before serving.

Are you looking for more Easy Breakfast Ideas ? Here are some of my favorite Easy Breakfasts.

• Biscuits & Gravy
• Starbucks Egg white wrap
• Vietnamese pizza

Equipment

•  Air Fryer or
• Oven
• Wire rack
• Aluminum Foil or Silicon Mat

Ingredients

•  1 lb Thick Cut Bacon
•  2 tbsp Maple Syrup
•  ½ cup Light Brown Sugar
•  ¼ tsp Black Pepper
•  ¼ tsp Cayenne (optional)
•  Crushed Red Pepper (optional)

Instructions

• 1. Mix together the following ingredients to make the glazed topping:2 tablespoon Maple Syrup, ½ cup Light Brown Sugar, ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper, ¼ teaspoon Cayenne (optional)

Air Fryer Instructions: (Oven Instructions below:)

• 2. Place the bacon into the air fryer and spread the glazed topping mixture over the bacon. Be careful not to overlap the bacon.
• 3. Air fry at 350 F for 10-12 minutes for thick cut bacon, and 7-9 for regular cut bacon. 
• 4. For extra crispness and color Air Fry at 400 F for another 2 minutes.
• 5. Optional: Sprinkle crushed red pepper
• 6. Let the bacon cool for 5-10 minutes so the glaze can thicken before moving to a plate. 
• 7. Enjoy!

Oven Instructions

• 2. Preheat Oven to 375 F
• 3. Place bacon on on a wire rack on a baking sheet. Line baking sheet with foil for easy clean up. 
• 4. Spread the glazed topping mixture over the bacon. Be careful not to overlap the bacon.
• 5. Bake at 375 for 30-40 minutes until the bacon is cooked and crispy. Check at the 30 minute mark.
• 6. Optional: Sprinkle crushed red pepper
• 7. Let the bacon cool for 5-10 minutes so the glaze can thicken before moving to a plate. 
• 8. Enjoy!

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