Parmesan Candied Bacon Crackers

Recipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2026-01-18 |7 Comments

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Parmesan Candied Bacon Crackers

PREP15 min

COOK30 min

Parmesan Candied Bacon Crackers are the perfect salty-sweet appetizer. Try this easy, addictive, crowd-pleasing recipe for your next party or holiday snack!

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6SERVINGS

Ingredients

1 sleeve (about 30) buttery crackers (such as Club or Ritz)
10 slices regular bacon (not thick cut), each cut into thirds
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Set a wire rack over the baking sheet, if possible.
2
Arrange buttery crackers in a single layer on the prepared sheet.
3
Sprinkle each cracker with about a tablespoon of freshly grated Parmesan.
4
Place one piece of bacon over each cracker.
5
Top bacon with a generous pinch of brown sugar. Sprinkle each with black pepper.
6
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the bacon is crisp, cheese is golden, and sugar is bubbling.
7
Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set. Serve warm or at room temperature.