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Bourbon Maple Bacon Pancakes Recipe Easy Homemade with Candied Pecans

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Fluffy bourbon maple bacon pancakes crowned with crunchy candied pecans, combining smoky, sweet, nutty, and boozy flavors for a cozy and indulgent breakfast experience.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (240g)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk (360ml) or almond milk for dairy-free option
  • ½ cup small-curd cottage cheese (120g), drained
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for cooking)
  • 8 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked until crisp
  • 1 cup pecan halves (100g), toasted
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (50g)
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pure maple syrup, for serving
  • Extra butter, optional for melting on top

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Toss pecans with melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well coated. Spread on parchment-lined baking sheet and bake 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and caramelized. Cool on wire rack.
  2. Cook bacon in skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels and chop into bite-sized pieces. Save 1 tablespoon bacon fat for frying pancakes if desired.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  4. In another bowl, whisk eggs lightly. Add milk, cottage cheese, vanilla extract, bourbon, and melted butter. Stir until smooth but do not overmix.
  5. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Fold in chopped bacon pieces, reserving some for garnish.
  6. Heat skillet or griddle over medium heat and grease with butter or bacon fat. Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake. Cook 3-4 minutes until bubbles form and edges set. Flip and cook 2-3 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  7. Stack pancakes on plates, sprinkle with candied pecans and reserved bacon, drizzle with maple syrup, and add butter if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not press down on pancakes while cooking to keep them fluffy. Use small-curd cottage cheese for best texture. Adjust heat to medium to avoid burning. Batter can be prepared the night before and gently stirred before cooking. Candied pecans keep best in an airtight container and can be toasted fresh every few days.

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