These Bacon Crackers are the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and smoky! This easy holiday appetizer is a cinch to make and always a crowd pleaser.
I love these bacon crackers, because they’re insanely easy to make and they’re ALWAYS a hit. They’re crispy, crunchy, sweet, savory…what’s not to love?!
Ingredients
The best part about this recipe? I bet you already have all these ingredients in your fridge and pantry!
- Crackers – club crackers are pictured; when a strip of bacon is cut into 1/4ths it fits perfectly on the cracker! The thin, crispy texture and buttery flavor is also really nice. Ritz crackers (or really any buttery cracker) may also be used.
- Bacon – regular or thick-cut may be used, but cook time will vary. Regular bacon will take about 60-90 minutes in the oven whereas thick-cut bacon takes at least 2 hours to cook. Regular bacon will get crispier and thick-cut bacon will remain a little chewy. The choice is yours! Whatever you choose, go for good quality bacon, it tastes better and is easier to work with!
- Brown Sugar – dark or light brown sugar may be used and is the perfect sweet compliment to the smoky, salty bacon. The brown sugar also slightly caramelizes in as it bakes, which makes for a pleasant, sticky texture!
- Spices: Chili Powder, Paprika, Salt, and Cayenne Pepper – our homemade spice blend! It’s a little earthy, a little smoky, and a touch spicy. If you’re not a fan of spice, omit the cayenne!
How to make
This party appetizer couldn’t be easier!
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with a silicone baking mat, then place a wire cooling rack on top.
- Arrange the crackers in a single layer, then top each cracker with 1/4 slice of bacon.
- In a medium sized bowl, stir brown sugar, chili powder, paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper together, then spoon the mixture over the crackers.
- Bake at 250 degrees F until the bacon has cooked through, then serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
How long to bake candied bacon crackers
These crackers bake low and slow, so be sure to plan ahead!
- If using regular bacon, bake at 250 degrees F for 1 hour, or until the sugar has melted and the bacon is crispy.
- If using thick-cut bacon, bake at 250 degrees F for 2 hours, or until the sugar has melted and the bacon is cooked through.
Pro tip
Regular bacon will get crispier whereas thick-cut bacon will remain slightly chewy!
How to store
Leftovers will last in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days or in the freezer for 1 month.
To enjoy again, thaw in the fridge, if frozen, then bake at 250 degrees F until warm.
– Jennifer
Bacon Crackers
These Bacon Crackers are the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and smoky! This easy holiday appetizer is a cinch to make and always a crowd pleaser.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Yield: 40 crackers
Equipment for this recipe
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Ingredients
- 40 club crackers Ritz crackers may also be used
- 1 pound raw bacon each slice cut into 1/4ths (regular or thick-cut may be used)*
- ½ cup dark brown sugar packed
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper omit if you’re not a fan of spice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.
- Place a wire cooling rack on top of the baking sheet, arrange the crackers in a single layer, then top each cracker with 1/4 slice of bacon. Set aside.
- In a medium sized bowl, stir brown sugar, chili powder, paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper together until combined, then spoon the mixture evenly over the bacon topped crackers.
- If using regular bacon, bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the sugar has melted and the bacon is crispy.
- If using thick-cut bacon, bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours, or until the sugar has melted and the bacon is cooked through.
- Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
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STORING
Room Temp:2 Hours
Refrigerator:3 Days
Freezer:1 Month
Reheat:Thaw, if frozen, then bake until warm
*Storage times may vary based on temperature and conditions
Notes
*Regular bacon will get crispier whereas thick-cut bacon will remain slightly chewy!
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Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Bacon Crackers
Amount Per Serving (1 cracker)
Calories 74 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Trans Fat 1g
Cholesterol 7mg2%
Sodium 123mg5%
Potassium 39mg1%
Carbohydrates 5g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 153IU3%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 9mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
*Note: Nutrition information is estimated and varies based on products used.
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