I made this recipe for my husband and friends. It’s a huge hit that I make every Christmas for gifts. It’s perfect for any bacon lover. I personally think this tastes better the second day.
Original recipe makes 6 servings
Ingredients
1/2 pound bacon
1 cup white sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon bacon grease
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
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PREP
15 mins
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COOK
20 mins
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READY IN
50 mins
Directions
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crisp and browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels and reserve 1 tablespoon bacon grease. Crumble bacon once drained and slightly cooled.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine sugar, syrup, and salt in a large microwave-safe bowl. Heat in microwave oven until bubbling, about 4 minutes.
- Stir bacon, pecans, reserved bacon grease, and vanilla extract through the sugar mixture; heat in microwave oven for 3 minutes more. Immediately add baking soda and stir just until foamy.
- Working quickly, spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Let cool until set, about 15 minutes. Break into bite-size pieces.
Nutrition
Calories: 359 kcal
Carbohydrates: 55.8 g
Cholesterol: 16 mg
Fat: 14 g
Fiber: 0.9 g
Protein: 5.4 g
Sodium: 646 mg
