Tiger Candy

Indulge in the perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and spicy with this irresistible Tiger Candy recipe! Featuring thick-cut bacon coated in a blend of brown sugar, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper, each slice is baked to crispy perfection and drizzled with golden honey for a luscious caramelized finish. This quick and easy recipe takes just 10 minutes of prep and is oven-baked for a hassle-free treat that’s perfect as a snack, crowd-pleasing appetizer, or even a bold garnish for your favorite dishes. Whether you’re entertaining guests or satisfying a craving, Tiger Candy is sure to impress with its addictive flavor combination.

Nutriscore Rating: 27/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 slices thick-cut bacon
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons honey

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top of the foil. This setup will allow the bacon to cook evenly and the excess fat to drip off.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 3

Lay the bacon slices out on a clean work surface. Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture generously over one side of each slice of bacon, pressing lightly to help it adhere.

Step 4

Flip the bacon slices over and repeat, coating both sides with the sugar mixture.

Step 5

Place the coated bacon slices on the wire rack in a single layer, making sure they do not overlap.

Step 6

Drizzle the honey evenly over the top of the bacon slices for added sweetness and caramelization.

Step 7

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and caramelized to your liking.

Step 8

Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the bacon to cool on the wire rack for 5-10 minutes. The candy coating will harden slightly as it cools.

Step 9

Once cooled, transfer the Tiger Candy to a serving plate and enjoy as a snack, appetizer, or garnish for other dishes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	297.3 grams (297.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1183

Total Fat 70.90g	91%
Saturated Fat 25.70g	129%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 129mg	43%
Sodium 2595mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate 108.30g	39%
Dietary Fiber 0.80g	3%
Total Sugars 104.80g
Protein 23.00g	46%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 73mg	6%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 478mg	10%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.9%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 37.2%