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Cayenne Candied Bacon Brie

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This sweet-and-spicy appetizer features crispy cayenne-candied bacon atop creamy Brie cheese, making it an impressive dish for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bacon
  • 1 lb thick-cut bacon Thick-cut is recommended for extra crispiness.
  • 1 1/4 cups brown sugar Dark or light; dark gives deeper molasses notes.
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Start with 1/2 teaspoon if you prefer milder heat.
For the Brie
  • 1 wheel Brie cheese About 8–12 ounces; room temperature Brie melts best.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
  2. Mix brown sugar and cayenne in a shallow bowl and taste the mix to adjust heat.
  3. Press each bacon strip into the sugar mixture, coating both sides.
Baking the Bacon
  1. Arrange coated bacon on the wire rack in a single layer. Bake for 15–25 minutes depending on thickness.
  2. Remove bacon when it’s glossy and crisp. Transfer to parchment-lined tray to cool slightly.
Preparing the Brie
  1. Reduce oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the Brie wheel on a small baking sheet.
  2. Top with the candied bacon pieces and bake for 8–12 minutes until the Brie is soft.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately with crackers, toasted baguette slices, and fruit for best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mgSugar: 12g

Notes

For sweeter profile, add a pinch of cinnamon to the brown sugar. Store leftovers separately: bacon for 3 days, Brie best served fresh.
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