Chocolate Bacon Praline Crack

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while pork belly can be more economical.

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is plant-based, while margarine is often less expensive.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate bars

Dark chocolate has health benefits, while chocolate bars can be more affordable.

pecans

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: almonds

Walnuts are a healthier nut option, while almonds are often cheaper.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy; drain on paper towels.

In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; add brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.

Stir the mixture until it comes to a boil; cook for 3-4 minutes until thickened.

Remove from heat and stir in chopped bacon and pecans.

Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.

Sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot mixture; let sit for 2-3 minutes to melt.

Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the top.

Sprinkle with sea salt and let cool completely before breaking into pieces.

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