Maple Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies (Print)

Maple syrup, bacon, and chocolate chips create a sweet, salty, and indulgent treat for every dessert lover.

# Components:

→ Bacon Preparation

01 - 8 slices thick-cut bacon
02 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup

→ Wet Ingredients

03 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
04 - 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
05 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

09 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
10 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
11 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Add-ins

13 - 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
14 - Chopped maple bacon

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange bacon slices on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Brush both sides with maple syrup and bake for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the bacon is crisp. Allow to cool before chopping into small pieces.
03 - In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy. Blend in maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract until incorporated.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until uniform.
05 - Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
06 - Fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped maple bacon until evenly distributed.
07 - Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake in preheated oven for 12–15 minutes until edges are golden and centers are just set.
09 - Let cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses everyday pantry staples and fridge basics
  • No electric mixer needed if you prefer to stir by hand
  • Ready to eat in barely over half an hour
  • The maple bacon combo is wildly addictive
02 -
  • High in flavor thanks to real maple syrup and thick bacon
  • Each cookie is chewy with crisp edges and melty chocolate
  • Recipe is super easy to double for parties or gifting
03 -
  • Let the bacon cool all the way before adding or you will melt your chocolate too soon
  • Room temperature butter mixes up fluffier and helps with that craveable cookie texture
  • Chill the dough for twenty minutes if your kitchen is warm so cookies bake up a bit thicker
  • Underbake slightly for gooey centers since they will keep setting as they cool
  • A pinch of flaky salt just before baking makes these next:level

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