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Bacon Bourbon Bars

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There’s nothing like the smell of bacon frying in the morning. But what about bourbon? These Bacon Bourbon Bars combine the two flavors for a delicious breakfast or snack. Made with only five ingredients, they’re easy to make and perfect for game day. So grab your favorite bourbon and get cooking!

Bacon Bourbon Bars

Bacon Bourbon Bars—This is an amazing recipe full and full of flavor, if you love Bacon this is a great dessert.

I started by air-frying some bacon, perfectly crisped it up, and then created this amazing dessert for my family.

It is an easy recipe. Today, I used the oven, rather than the air fryer, since I have been trying to expand my website with all sorts of recipes.

Today’s Recipe for Bacon Bourbon Bars

Do you love bacon and bourbon? If so, you’re going to love this recipe for Bacon Bourbon Bars! They’re the perfect mix of sweet and savory, with a hint of bourbon flavor. Best of all, they’re easy to make – just mix the ingredients together and bake in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Serve them at your next party and watch them disappear!

Ingredients Needed For Bacon Bourbon Bars

Who doesn’t love bacon? And who doesn’t love bourbon? If you combine the two, you have a party in your mouth! These bars are the perfect appetizer for any gathering, and they’re easy to make too. All you need is some bacon, brown sugar, bourbon, and a few other ingredients. So what are you waiting for? Get cooking!

Ingredients Needed For Bacon Bourbon Bars
  • Center Cut Bacon
  • All-purpose flour
  • Baking soda
  • Salt
  • Baking powder
  • Butter
  • Reserved Bacon Fat
  • Packed brown sugar 
  • Bourbon
  • Vanilla extract
  • Eggs
  • Dark chocolate

How To Make Bacon Bourbon Bars

How To Make Bacon Bourbon Bars

Cook bacon, in a skillet, air fryer, or oven until golden brown and crisp. Place bacon on a paper towel-lined plate. If possible, reserve ½ cup of bacon fat and refrigerate until solid. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder

In a separate, larger bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the butter, bacon fat, sugars, bourbon, and vanilla. Mix in the eggs, one at a time, until well combined. Beat in the flour mixture. Stir in the bacon and chocolate

For cookies, drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet. For bars, evenly smooth the batter into a parchment paper-lined baking pan. Bake until golden brown Let cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 6 weeks  

How To Make Bacon Bourbon Bars

Pro Tips For Cooking The Best Bacon Bourbon Bars

If you’re like most people, you love bacon. But have you ever tried cooking it with bourbon? If not, you’re in for a real treat. Looking to take your next cookout up a notch? Check out our pro tips for cooking the best bacon bourbon BBQ bars! With just a few simple steps, you can add a layer of smoky-sweet deliciousness to your next backyard gathering. So fire up the grill and get ready to wow your guests with this crowd-pleasing dish!

Bacon bourbon bars are a fan favorite at any party or gathering, but what’s the secret to cooking the best ones? First and foremost, choose your bacon wisely. Thick-cut bacon gives the dish more flavor and holds up better during cooking. Next, marinate the bacon in your choice of bourbon overnight for added depth and juiciness. As for baking, cook the bars on a wire rack to allow for even browning and crispness on all sides. Finally, be sure not to overcook as this can lead to dry, tough bars. Follow these pro tips for guaranteed delicious bacon bourbon bars every time.

How To Store Bacon Bars

One of the best things about bacon bars is that they can be made in advance and stored for easy meals later on. The key to storing them correctly is to let them cool completely before wrapping them tightly in aluminum foil or plastic wrap.

They can also be stored in an airtight container or freezer bag. Bacon bars will stay fresh in the fridge for up to one week, or in the freezer for up to three months. When you’re ready to enjoy a bacon bar, simply thaw it in the fridge overnight or reheat it in the microwave for a quick and delicious meal anytime. With proper storage, you can always have tasty bacon bars on hand for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

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Bacon Bars
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Bacon Bourbon Bars
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Bacon Bourbon Bars
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
50 mins
 

Bacon Bourbon Bars–This is an amazing recipe full and full of flavor, if you love Bacon this is a great dessert.

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 1019 kcal
Author: ForkToSpoon.com
Ingredients
  • 12 ounces bacon diced
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 stick butter unsalted, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup shortening or bacon fat
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons Bourbon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate chopped and shaved
Instructions
  1. Cook bacon, in a skillet, air fryer, or oven until golden brown and crisp

  2. Place bacon on a paper towel-lined plate

  3. If possible, reserve ½ cup of bacon fat and refrigerate until solid

  4. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F 

  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder

  6. In a separate, larger bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the butter, bacon fat, sugars, bourbon, and vanilla

  7. Mix in the eggs, one at a time, until well combined

  8. Beat in the flour mixture

  9. Stir in the bacon and chocolate

  10. For cookies, drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet. For bars, evenly smooth batter into a parchment paper-lined baking pan

  11. Bake until golden brown

  12. Let cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or the freezer for up to 6 weeks  

Nutrition Facts
Bacon Bourbon Bars
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 1019 Calories from Fat 720
% Daily Value*
Fat 80g123%
Saturated Fat 34g213%
Trans Fat 2g
Polyunsaturated Fat 10g
Monounsaturated Fat 31g
Cholesterol 118mg39%
Sodium 692mg30%
Potassium 294mg8%
Carbohydrates 63g21%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 27g30%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 432IU9%
Calcium 98mg10%
Iron 6mg33%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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