Name: Smoked Bacon Wrapped Venison
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 9 h 5 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar; 1 cup soy sauce; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 pound venison tenderloin, trimmed; 1/2 pound hickory-smoked bacon, thinly sliced; Toothpicks, as needed; 1/4 cup white sugar

Pork

Bacon-Wrapped Venison Tenderloin

Sep 1, 2025
by Adrienne Rice
- 5.0 / 5 ( 2 Ratings)
1 Likes

PREP TIME

15 mins
COOK TIME

40 mins
TOTAL TIME

9 hrs 5 mins
SERVING

8 People
VIEWS

6

Elevate your venison experience with this delectable recipe where the rich, gamey flavors of the tenderloin are perfectly complemented by a savory-sweet marinade and a crisp, caramelized bacon wrap. A truly unforgettable dish!

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar

1 cup soy sauce

2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 pound venison tenderloin, trimmed

1/2 pound hickory-smoked bacon, thinly sliced

Toothpicks, as needed

1/4 cup white sugar

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

115 g
Cholesterol

96 mg
Fiber

0 g
Protein

29 g
Saturated Fat

2 g
Sodium

2067 mg
Sugar

112 g
Fat

6 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic until the brown sugar is fully dissolved. (5 minutes)

02

Step

Marinate the Venison: Place the venison tenderloin in a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the tenderloin, ensuring it is fully coated. Remove excess air, seal the bag, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight. (8-24 hours)

03

Step

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Position a rack in the center of the oven.

04

Step

Wrap the Tenderloin: Remove the tenderloin from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off (discard the remaining marinade). Wrap each slice of bacon around the tenderloin, overlapping slightly and securing with toothpicks as needed to hold in place. Place the wrapped tenderloin on a broiler pan to allow fat to render properly.

05

Step

Bake to Perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 130-135 degrees F (54-57 degrees C) for medium-rare. (35-40 minutes)

06

Step

Caramelize the Bacon: Remove the tenderloin from the oven and sprinkle evenly with white sugar. Turn on the oven's broiler.

07

Step

Broil for Crispness: Broil the tenderloin for approximately 5 minutes, turning once, until the bacon is crisp and caramelized. Watch carefully to prevent burning. (5 minutes)

08

Step

Rest and Serve: Transfer the bacon-wrapped venison tenderloin to a cutting board. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing between the bacon strips. Serve immediately and enjoy!

For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar in the marinade.
Ensure the bacon is thinly sliced for optimal crispness during broiling.
A meat thermometer is highly recommended to ensure the venison is cooked to your desired level of doneness.
Serve with roasted vegetables or a side of creamy mashed potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal.

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