Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 4 strips of bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
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Prepare a baking sheet:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
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Cook the bacon:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from the skillet, drain on paper towels, and crumble into small pieces. Set aside.
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Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
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Cook the mixture:
- Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring. Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature. Cook until the mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage), which should take about 10-15 minutes.
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Add almonds and bacon:
- Once the mixture reaches 300°F, stir in the sliced almonds and crumbled bacon. Stir well to combine.
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Add vanilla and butter:
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and unsalted butter until melted and incorporated.
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Add baking soda:
- Quickly sprinkle the baking soda over the mixture and stir it in. The mixture will foam up.
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Spread onto the baking sheet:
- Immediately pour the hot brittle mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to spread it out into an even layer.
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Cool and break into pieces:
- Let the bacon almond brittle cool completely at room temperature until hardened, which should take about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Once cooled and hardened, break the brittle into pieces using your hands or a knife.
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Serve and store:
- Serve the bacon almond brittle as a delicious sweet and savory treat.
- Store any leftover brittle in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Enjoy this irresistible Bacon Almond Brittle with Vanilla as a tasty snack or a unique homemade gift!
