How To Make Preheat the oven to 375° F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Lay the slices on bacon on the baking sheet in a single layer. In a small bowl mix together the brown sugar, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Drizzle the maple syrup over the bacon follow by the brown sugar mixture. Gently press the sugar mixture into the bacon. Bake for 30-40 minutes rotating the pan halfway through. Carefully transfer the bacon to a fresh piece of parchment paper to cool for 8 minutes before eating. Arrange on a board with Mason Dixie Biscuit Sandwiches and assorted breakfast items.