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Bacon Maple Shortbread

Bacon Maple Shortbread: Sweet Takes a Savory Turn

Bacon Maple Shortbread combines the sweetness of maple syrup with crispy bacon for a delightful treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon Adds savory flavor and a delightful crunch.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Provides a rich, buttery texture.
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup Serves as the sweetener.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Forms the structure of the cookies.
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch Enhances tenderness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Bacon Maple Shortbread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cook the bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain and cool before crumbling.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and pure maple syrup using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Gradually add all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt to the mixture, mixing on low speed until a crumbly dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the crumbled bacon pieces until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  6. Shape small portions of dough into rounds or logs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use high-quality bacon for a richer flavor and opt for pure maple syrup for authenticity. Monitor baking time closely.

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