Description
Sweet and salty maple bacon crack delivers an irresistible blend of crispy bacon, maple syrup, and buttery crackers that will tantalize taste buds. Rich layers of indulgence promise to make this treat your new favorite snack for gatherings or quiet moments of pure deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (8 ounces/226 grams) refrigerated crescent roll dough (or puff pastry)
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
Spices and Seasonings:
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (optional, for a little kick)
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
- ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt (for garnish)
Binding Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and equipment, ensuring your workspace is clean and organized. Meticulously unroll the crescent roll dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, carefully pressing the perforated edges together to create a seamless rectangular canvas.
- Lavishly brush the entire dough surface with melted butter, creating a rich and glossy foundation for the subsequent layers of flavor.
- Generously drizzle maple syrup across the buttered dough, allowing it to create an even, glistening coating that will caramelize during baking.
- Liberally sprinkle brown sugar over the syrup-coated surface, ensuring a comprehensive and uniform distribution that will provide a delectable sweet crunch.
- For an elevated flavor profile, dust the surface with a nuanced blend of black pepper and optional cayenne, adding a subtle warmth and complexity to the dish.
- Strategically scatter crispy, crumbled bacon across the seasoned dough, ensuring each potential bite will include a perfect balance of ingredients.
- Transfer the prepared sheet to a preheated oven set at 375F (190C), allowing the ingredients to meld and transform into a tantalizing treat.
- Bake for approximately 18-22 minutes, watching carefully as the edges turn a golden-brown and the surface becomes beautifully caramelized.
- Immediately upon removal from the oven, sprinkle flaky sea salt across the surface to enhance the overall flavor complexity and provide a delightful textural contrast.
- Allow the maple bacon creation to cool for 5-10 minutes, during which time it will naturally crisp and set, making it easier to slice or break into delectable pieces.
- Serve warm and enjoy the harmonious blend of sweet, salty, and savory flavors in this irresistible culinary creation.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by adjusting cayenne pepper, allowing spice-sensitive guests to enjoy the dish comfortably.
- Transform this recipe into a gluten-free version by using gluten-free crescent roll dough, making it accessible for those with dietary restrictions.
- Enhance bacon’s crispiness by pre-cooking it until extra crunchy, ensuring a perfect textural contrast in every bite.
- Elevate presentation by cutting into elegant diagonal shapes or rustic hand-broken pieces, creating a versatile appetizer or sweet-savory snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg