Stop everything that you’re doing and make this delicious Chocolate Covered Bacon Recipe. I know what you’re thinking…chocolate and bacon? They’re like the perfect combination of flavors. Pair them together and you get an addictive sweet and salty snack! I actually call this chocolate bacon candy! Check out our list of other easy dessert recipes!
This easy chocolate coated bacon recipe is fast and simple and really does make the best chocolate bacon bites! If you’re looking for a simple treat, this is it!
Just a few strips of bacon is all you need to get started. We tend to make bacon all the time so it’s a safe bet that we always have some on hand. The melted chocolate is so simple to use to cover up the bacon perfectly! Love this simple and sweet recipe!
Chocolate Covered Bacon Recipe
Keep in mind that you’re going to be doing this bacon recipe in a few different steps. Once you cook up the bacon, you’re going to want to use a wax paper lined baking sheet to keep it from sticking. And honestly, the hardest part of this recipe is waiting for the chocolate to dry so you can eat them!
People tend to think I’m a bit crazy when I mention that I love this recipe but once they try it, they get it! It’s a super simple way to get a crispy piece of bacon with a nice and sweet taste!
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Can you use turkey bacon for this recipe?
Actually, yes. Turkey bacon actually crisps up pretty well in the oven as well and it’s lower in fat content than using regular pork bacon. If you want to try that option, go for it!
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Can you use white chocolate for this recipe?
Totally! The more varying chocolate, the better! We’re a family who likes all the chocolates so we love to taste test recipes using them all. You can even just drizzle melted white chocolate on top of it as well!
More Chocolate Recipes:
- Chocolate Covered Cherries Recipe
- Super Delicious Caramel White Chocolate Fudge Recipe
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Chocolate Covered Bacon Recipe
Have you ever wondered what chocolate and bacon combined tasted like? Now is your chance to find out!
Ingredients
- 1 package (12 oz) Oscar Mayer Thick Sliced Center Cut Bacon
- 2 squares Baker’s Semi-Sweet Chocolate
Instructions
- Pre-Heat Oven to 400°F
- Place Bacon in a single layer on a foil-lined 15x10x1 inch pan.
- Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until crisp.
- Drain on paper towels
- Dip half the bacon into the melted chocolate.
- Allow to cool on wax paper
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 94Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 98mgCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 1gSugar: 8gProtein: 3g
Are you going to eat this chocolate-covered bacon by itself or pair it up with another food item?
Dan R Morris
Saturday 29th of March 2014
Sounds like a fun conference for sure. Not sure we're offering chocolate bacon at any of ours. . . I suppose we should. That looks really yummy
Amanda Thompson
Saturday 18th of May 2013
I need this in my life right now!!!!
mindie
Wednesday 2nd of November 2011
Thanks for sharing at BAcon Time. Can't wait to see what you share this week.
Sommer
Sunday 30th of October 2011
Oh my son would love this! It's definitely one of those things I would have to try. You never know, I have tried things in the past that I thought should never be paired together and they were delish! Thanks for sharing. I would be delighted to have you stop by and link this up to my VIP party this weekend! http://designergarden.blogspot.com/2011/10/vip-party-34.html Have a safe and happy halloween!
beth
Friday 28th of October 2011
Those look delicious!! YUM! I would love for you to come link-up at http://livinglifeintentionally.blogspot.com/search/label/Linkey%20Parties. I also have an amazing My Memories Software giveaway going on. ~Beth