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Bourbon Bacon Brittle

A crisp, sweet-and-salty brittle made with smoky bacon, rich caramelized sugar, and a splash of bourbon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brittle
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and chopped

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Cook sugar, corn syrup, and water until amber.
  2. Stir in butter, bacon, and bourbon.
  3. Add vanilla and baking soda off heat.
  4. Spread onto baking sheet and sprinkle with salt.
  5. Cool completely and break into pieces.

Notes

Work quickly once baking soda is added.