Maple Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Maple Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C). While that's warming up, grab two baking sheets and line them with parchment paper to prevent sticking. This little step makes cleanup a breeze!

2. Step 2

   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This dry mixture is the foundation of your cookies, so make sure it's well combined and set aside for now.

3. Step 3

   Now, in a separate bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar using an electric mixer. Mix until the mixture is smooth and creamy, which should take about 2-3 minutes. This is where the magic begins!

4. Step 4

   Add one egg to the butter mixture and beat until it's fully blended in. Then, add the second egg along with the vanilla and maple extracts. Beat everything together until it's well combined and slightly fluffy. The aroma of maple will start to fill your kitchen, and trust me, it’s heavenly!

5. Step 5

   Gradually stir in the flour mixture, adding it a little at a time. Mix just until everything is combined; you don’t want to overdo it!

6. Step 6

   Now comes the fun part! Gently fold in the chopped bacon and bittersweet chocolate chips. This is where the sweet meets the savory, and it’s going to be delicious!

7. Step 7

   Using a rounded tablespoon, scoop the cookie dough onto your prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each scoop to allow for spreading.

8. Step 8

   Pop the cookie sheets into your preheated oven and bake for about 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn a lovely golden brown. Keep an eye on them; you want that perfect balance of chewy and crispy!

9. Step 9

   Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack. This will help them set perfectly and make them even more enjoyable to eat.