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Irresistible Maple Bourbon Bacon Brittle

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A rustic and addictive brittle combining smoky bacon, sweet maple syrup, and warm bourbon for a unique homemade treat that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) pure maple syrup
  • 4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) bourbon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon slices in a cold skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels, cool, then chop into small pieces. Set aside.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Measure and prepare all ingredients.
  3. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine granulated sugar and maple syrup over medium heat. Stir gently until sugar dissolves and mixture bubbles, about 5 minutes. Avoid stirring once bubbling begins.
  4. Attach a candy thermometer and cook mixture to 300°F (149°C), swirling pan gently for even cooking, about 10-15 minutes.
  5. Remove pan from heat and quickly stir in butter, bourbon, and vanilla extract. Mixture will bubble vigorously.
  6. Stir in chopped bacon and baking soda. The mixture will foam and aerate.
  7. Immediately pour mixture onto prepared baking sheet and spread thinly and evenly. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top while still warm.
  8. Let brittle cool completely at room temperature, about 30-45 minutes, until hardened.
  9. Break brittle into irregular chunks and serve or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

Notes

If you don’t have a candy thermometer, test the brittle by dropping a bit of syrup into cold water to check if it hardens and breaks easily. Add bourbon off the heat to avoid excessive bubbling. Baking soda is essential for the brittle’s airy texture. Work quickly when spreading the mixture before it hardens. Store brittle in an airtight container away from humidity to maintain crunch.

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