Description
Indulge in a unique culinary experience with Bourbon Bacon Chocolate Chunk Cookies, where sweet meets savory in a delightful treat. The crispy, smoky bacon pairs perfectly with rich dark chocolate and a hint of bourbon, creating an irresistible flavor explosion. Perfect for any occasion, from parties to cozy nights at home, these cookies are sure to impress your guests or satisfy your cravings. Plus, they’re easy to make, allowing you to whip up a batch without fuss. Store them in the freezer for unexpected guests or keep them on hand for spontaneous indulgence. Enjoy each bite of these gourmet cookies that elevate traditional recipes into something truly special.
Ingredients
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- 12 ounces center-cut thick bacon (½-inch diced)
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
- ½ cup reserved bacon fat (chilled)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 3 tablespoons bourbon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 8 ounces dark chocolate (chopped)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels and reserve about ½ cup of bacon fat in the pan.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, mix the butter, chilled bacon fat, granulated sugar, brown sugar, bourbon, and vanilla until creamy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Gradually stir in the flour mixture until just combined; fold in bacon pieces and chopped chocolate.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until lightly browned.
- Cool on cookie sheets for five minutes before transferring to racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg