Snoop Dogg Billionaire Bacon (Printable)

Spiced brown sugar-coated bacon baked until crispy and caramelized with smoky pepper notes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bacon

01 - 8 slices extra-thick cut bacon

→ Brown Sugar Coating

02 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
03 - 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
04 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
02 - Place the bacon slices in a single layer on the wire rack, spacing them to prevent overlap.
03 - Combine the brown sugar, cracked black pepper, cayenne pepper, and smoked paprika in a small bowl.
04 - Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar mixture over both sides of each bacon slice, pressing gently to adhere.
05 - Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until the bacon is deeply caramelized and crisp.
06 - Remove the bacon from the oven and let it cool on the rack for 5 minutes to crisp further. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It tastes indulgent: crispy, caramelized, and subtly spiced without being overwhelming.
  • Zero fussing required: mix, coat, bake—you can prep this while your coffee brews.
  • Works for any occasion: brunch addition, appetizer, or late-night snack that impresses without trying.
02 -
  • The rack is non-negotiable: I learned this the hard way when I first made this without one and ended up with bacon that was crispy on top but soft and chewy underneath where it was sitting in fat.
  • Sugar can burn if the oven is too hot: I once cranked the temperature to 425°F thinking it would speed things up, and the coating went from caramelized to bitter in minutes—trust the 400°F.
03 -
  • Maple sugar swap: If you want a subtly sweeter, more maple-forward flavor, use maple sugar instead of brown sugar (same amount)—it creates a slightly less thick coating but tastes incredible.
  • Make it your own: Once you've made this once, you'll start experimenting—try a pinch of cinnamon, garlic powder mixed into the sugar, or even a touch of coffee powder for depth.
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