Vanilla Bourbon Bacon Twists

Sweet, Smoky, and Seriously Addictive

Bacon doesn't need much to be great, but when you twist it up with vanilla bourbon glaze and let charcoal smoke work its magic, you've got something that'll disappear faster than you can make it. These Vanilla Bourbon Bacon Twists hit that perfect sweet-savory-smoky balance that makes them dangerous at parties, tailgates, or anytime you want bacon that's anything but ordinary.

The thick-cut bacon gets twisted into spirals, glazed with brown sugar, bourbon, and vanilla, then smoked until crispy with caramelized edges. They're simple enough for a weekend cook but impressive enough to be your secret weapon at any gathering.

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The Gravity Series 1050 Digital Charcoal Smoker Grill takes these bacon twists to the next level. Set it to 350°F and let the GravityFed™ charcoal hopper maintain steady heat while the DigitalFan™ control keeps everything dialed in. The charcoal grill delivers authentic smoke flavor that wraps around every twist, adding depth you simply can't replicate in a standard oven or with electric smokers.

This smoker grill combo gives you the precision to caramelize that glaze without burning it, all while infusing the bacon with rich, smoky notes that make every bite better.

Vanilla Bourbon Bacon Twists

Serves: 10 people
Cook Time: 30 - 60 min
Skill:
Intermediate
Method:
Smoked
Food:
Pork
Vanilla Bourbon Bacon Twists

Ingredients

  • Main

Instructions

  1. 01

    Set your Masterbuilt smoker to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with foil, then place a wire rack on top. This setup keeps the bacon crispy and allows the fat to drip off.

  2. 02

    In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, bourbon, vanilla extract, black pepper, onion powder, cinnamon, and cayenne. Stir until it forms a thick glaze.

  3. 03

    Take each strip of bacon and twist it tightly into a spiral. The tighter the twist, the better the texture. Place each twisted strip onto the wire rack, leaving a little space between them.

  4. 04

    Use a pastry brush or spoon to coat the bacon evenly with the vanilla bourbon glaze. Turn the bacon over and coat the other side too. Don't worry if it looks messy—it'll caramelize beautifully on the smoker grill.

  5. 05

    Place the tray in your grill and cook for 35-45 minutes, turning halfway through. Keep an eye on it near the end—the sugar and bourbon will cause it to darken quickly. You want a deep golden color, but not burnt.

  6. 06

    Remove from the grill and let the twists cool completely on the rack. They'll crisp up as they cool.

  7. 07

    These are best enjoyed at room temperature when they're at peak crispiness.

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