Get ready to experience a culinary revolution that will transform your dessert game forever! These Bacon Bourbon Brownies are not just another chocolate treat - they're a decadent symphony of sweet, smoky, and boozy flavors that will make your taste buds dance with pure excitement. Imagine rich, fudgy brownies infused with smooth bourbon, studded with crispy bacon bits, and sprinkled with crunchy pecans - this is not just a dessert, it's a gourmet adventure that bridges the gap between indulgence and culinary artistry.
Prep Time: 25 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: Dessert
Serves: 12 brownies
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 sticks of unsalted butter
- 2 cups of sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup of bourbon
- 6 slices of bacon
- 1 cup of chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp and golden brown. Drain on paper towels and finely chop once cooled. Reserve 2 tablespoons of bacon fat.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and whisk in sugar until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, whisking thoroughly after each addition.
- Stir in the bourbon and reserved bacon fat, mixing until smooth and fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, sift together cocoa powder and flour. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped bacon and pecans, reserving some for topping.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading evenly. Sprinkle the remaining bacon and pecans on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before lifting out using the parchment paper overhang.
- Cut into 12 equal squares and serve. Optional: drizzle with additional bourbon or caramel sauce.
Tips
- Use high-quality bourbon for the best flavor profile - a smooth, caramel-noted bourbon works best.
- Cook bacon until extra crispy to ensure maximum crunch and flavor integration.
- Don't overmix the batter - this keeps the brownies tender and fudgy.
- Let brownies cool completely before cutting to ensure clean, perfect squares.
- For an extra luxurious touch, consider using applewood-smoked bacon for a more complex flavor.
- Store brownies in an airtight container to maintain moisture and freshness.
- These brownies pair wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a small glass of bourbon!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 7g
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Cholesterol: 120mg
