Best Paleo Air Fryer Candied Bacon

If you are looking for a delightfully sweet, salty, and fatty treat, look no further than this Paleo Air Fryer recipe for candied bacon! Pasture-raised bacon. Thickly sliced bacon is brushed with a mixture of maple syrup, a pinch of cayenne pepper, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. It is then air-fried until wonderfully crispy. You will love how easy this recipe is to make and it is super family-friendly!

Why does the recipe say to use 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper?

Please use a pinch of cayenne pepper up to 1/4 teaspoon based on your personal preference.

Do I have to use pasture-raised bacon?

While we do believe pasture-raised pork offers a wide range of health benefits, from higher levels of Vitamin D to lower glyphosate levels, you are welcome to use conventional pork shoulder.

What can I do with any leftover bacon?

Any leftover bacon can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes to achieve a crisp texture again.

To make the ultimate pairing, serve this with other Paleo recipes like our Best Paleo Breakfast Casserole!

Net Carbs

4 g
Fiber

0 g
Total Carbs

4 g
Protein

15.1 g
Fats

18.9 g

245 cals

Quantity

Serving Size

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Pasture-Raised Thick Cut Bacon

1 lb
100% Pure Maple Syrup

3 tbsp
Cayenne

0.13 tsp
Cinnamon

0.25 tsp
Vanilla extract

1 tsp

Step 1

Combine the maple syrup, cayenne pepper, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir well to combine. Remove the bacon from the package and separate the slices.
Step 2

Place the slices on a rack in the air fryer basket. Use a silicone brush to coat the bacon on the top side. Set the air fryer to 375 F (190 C) for 7 minutes.
Step 3

Flip the bacon and brush with another coating on the second side. Set the air fryer for another 6-7 minutes until the bacon is crispy on all sides.
Step 4

Repeat with the remaining bacon. Serve immediately! Store leftover cooked bacon in the fridge.