Description
Bacon Roses are easy to make the a perfectly delicious and fun way to give your loved one an edible bouquet of roses for a special occasion. These are perfect for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day or Father’s Day.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 16 slices of thick cut bacon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cayenne pepper until well combined.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture evenly over both sides of the bacon slices, pressing it gently to adhere.
- Roll each bacon slice tightly into a rose shape, starting from one end and rolling towards the other. Secure the bottom and middle of each rolled bacon rose with two toothpicks to hold its shape.
- Place the bacon roses upright in a prepared baking dish . Ensure they are spaced apart so they cook evenly.
- In a small measuring cup or mixing bowl, add the cayenne pepper to the maple syrup and mix together
- Pour this sweet and spicy mixture on top of all the brown sugar bacon roses.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and caramelized. Keep a close eye during the last few minutes to avoid burning.
- Remove the bacon roses from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Carefully remove the toothpicks if desired before serving.
- For an added presentation for Valentine’s day, place these bacon roses into a heart shape when serving or place on a Valentine’s day charcuterie board.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
