Peanut Butter And Bacon Cookies (Aka "Man Bait")

Name: Peanut Butter And Bacon Cookies (Aka "Man Bait")
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the cookies; 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour (scoop and level method); 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2-3 pinches ancho chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 5-7 strips of bacon (about 1/3 lb. uncooked weight); 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature; 2 tablespoons bacon fat (chilled until just solid); 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter; all natural preferred (no extra salt or sugar in it); 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup roughly chopped honey roasted peanuts (optional); Rolling sugar-salt; 1/3 cup coarse sugar in-the-raw, such as Demerara; 1 tablespoon very coarse sea salt

Servings: persons

For the cookies
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour (scoop and level method)
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2-3 pinches ancho chili powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
5-7 strips of bacon (about 1/3 lb. uncooked weight)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
2 tablespoons bacon fat (chilled until just solid)
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter; all natural preferred (no extra salt or sugar in it)
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup roughly chopped honey roasted peanuts (optional)
Rolling sugar-salt
1/3 cup coarse sugar in-the-raw, such as Demerara
1 tablespoon very coarse sea salt

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["Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.", "Combine the coarse sugar and sea salt in a low shallow dish and set aside.", "Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, chili powder and kosher salt in a bowl; set aside", "Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until very crisp, about 4 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Strain and reserve 2 tablespoons of bacon drippings and put in fridge to cool. Crumble the bacon, discarding any chewy bits.", "Beat the butter and reserved bacon fat in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until smooth, about 1 minute. Beat in the peanut butter until combined, about another minute. Beat in the granulated and light brown sugar until creamy, about 2-3 minutes, then add the egg and vanilla and beat until light and fluffy, about 2 more minutes.", "Reduce the mixer speed to low; add the flour mixture in 2 additions, scraping down the bowl as needed. Mix each addition on low speed until just combined; don't overwork the dough. Stir in the crumbled bacon and chopped peanuts if using.", "Form the dough into 24-36 balls (about 1-1/4 inch diameter) Roll the balls in the sugar-salt mix, pressing slightly so it sticks. Place on baking sheet about 2 inches apart (the cookies will not spread in the oven) and flatten with your palm or bottom of a glass until they are about 3/8"" thick. Edges will crack.", "Bake until golden, 12 to 14 minutes. Let the cookies cool 2 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.", "See note above about storing or freezing."]

1493

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the cookies, 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour (scoop and level method), 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Peanut Butter And Bacon Cookies (Aka "Man Bait") falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!