Dijon Brown Sugar Glazed Bacon Bites are crispy, folded bacon strips air-fried until golden, then tossed in a caramelized Dijon mustard and brown sugar glaze for a balanced sweet-savory bite. The two-step cooking method locks in crispness while the glaze creates a sticky, candy-like coating.
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Take each slice of bacon and fold it into a small, thick package.
Place the folded bacon packages into an air fryer basket.
Air fry at 390°F for about 6 minutes per side, for a total of 12 minutes.
Remove the cooked bacon from the air fryer.
Brush each piece of bacon with Dijon mustard.
Sprinkle brown sugar over the mustard-coated bacon.
Place the glazed bacon into a hot pan.
Sear the bacon on both sides to caramelize the glaze, being careful not to burn it.
Remove from the pan and serve immediately.
Store cooled bacon bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in a 350°F oven for 3-4 minutes to restore crispness.
air fryer · small skillet or saucepan
Yes. Bake the folded bacon at 400°F for 12-15 minutes until crispy, then pan-glaze as directed.
Folding creates bite-sized pieces and increases surface area for the glaze to caramelize and adhere.
Keep heat at medium and watch closely once the bacon hits the pan; the glaze will darken quickly once it starts caramelizing (30-60 seconds).
Air-fry the bacon up to 2 hours ahead, then glaze just before serving for the best crispness and glaze adhesion.
Serve with sour cream, ranch, or a spicy sriracha mayo to complement the Dijon-brown sugar balance.
