And that includes black pepper!

Which is probably why ourCandied Bacon Crackersare so popular.

And also because theyre made with only four ingredients.

Southern Living Bacon Crackers on a platter to serve

Credit:Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

What Are Candied Bacon Crackers?

So each bite is sweet, savory, spicy, smoky, chewy, and crunchy.

With just four ingredients!

Southern Living Bacon Crackers after baking

Credit:Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

This helps the bacon drippings drain as the crackers bake, which keeps them from getting soggy.

It also prevents the crackers from sticking to the aluminum foil-lined pan and breaking.

Or sprinkle on a bit of cayenne pepper instead of black pepper.

Five-Alarm Firecracker Saltines

Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Styling: Missie Neville Crawford

Tangy marmalade (instead of maple syrup) would also pair well with the smoky bacon.