Sweet n’ Spicy Candied Bacon

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Sweet, Spicy and Smoky. 

If you're looking for the ultimate snack or side dish that brings the heat and the sweet, candied bacon is always the right call. This Sweet n’ Spicy Candied Bacon recipe delivers a bold balance of crispy, sticky, smoky, and spicy flavors that hit all the right notes. Whether you’re serving it at a tailgate, brunch, or just snacking solo, this one is a crowd-pleaser.

With the Masterbuilt Gravity Series® 1150, you get precise temperature control and unbeatable smoky flavor—perfect for rendering bacon into sweet, crispy strips of gold.

Why Use the Masterbuilt Gravity Series® 1150?

The Gravity Series® 1150 is ideal for recipes like candied bacon. Its wide surface area gives you room to lay out bacon without overlap, and the digital controls make it easy to maintain the perfect smoking temperature. Plus, the charcoal-fueled heat adds deep smoky flavor that takes this bacon to the next level.

Israel Wofford

Sweet n’ Spicy Candied Bacon

Serves: 4 people
Skill:
Beginner
Sweet n’ Spicy Candied Bacon

Ingredients

  • Main

Instructions

  1. 01

    Preheat your Gravity Series® 1150 to 275°F. Let it stabilize for consistent heat and smoke flow.

  2. 02

    Lay bacon slices directly on the cooking grid. Brush each slice with hot sauce, then sprinkle evenly with brown sugar and spicy rub for that signature sweet-heat balance.

  3. 03

    Place the bacon in the smoker and cook for about 45 minutes, or until it reaches your desired level of crispiness. For extra sticky texture, you can baste with more hot sauce midway through the cook.

  4. 04

    Carefully remove the bacon from the smoker and let it cool on a wire rack or parchment paper. As it cools, it’ll firm up into delicious candied strips.

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