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Bacon Crack

Sweet & Spicy Bacon Crack: Your New Favorite Snack Delight

Enjoy the irresistible combination of crispy bacon and caramel sweetness in this Bacon Crack snack.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bacon
  • 1 pound Thick-Cut Bacon Offers the best crispy texture and smoky flavor.
For the Caramel Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Ensures control over saltiness.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Essential for caramel texture.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to preferred heat level.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor profile.
Optional Variations
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Drizzle before baking for extra flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Nuts Crushed pecans or almonds for crunch.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire Rack
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Bacon Crack
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place a wire rack on top.
  2. Arrange thick-cut bacon slices in a single layer on the wire rack and bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy.
  3. Cool bacon slightly then crumble into small pieces.
  4. Melt ½ cup of unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, cayenne pepper, and vanilla extract. Bring to a gentle boil for 5 minutes.
  5. Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper. Spread the crumbled bacon evenly in the dish.
  6. Pour the caramel sauce over the crumbled bacon, using a spatula to spread evenly.
  7. Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes until the caramel is bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Let it cool completely in the dish for about 30 minutes, then break into pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use quality thick-cut bacon for the best results and watch the caramel closely to prevent burning.

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