We added crisp bacon and a taste of stout draught beer to Betty Crocker double chocolate chunk cookie mix for a delicious pairing of savory and sweet. Top with a chocolate ganache and candied hazelnuts.

  • Prep Time 15 min
  • Total 30 min
  • Servings 10
  • Ingredients 9

Ingredients

Make With
Betty Crocker Cookie Mix

Instructions

  • Step

    1

    Heat oven to 375°F. Crumble 2 slices of the cooked bacon into small pieces; place in large bowl. Add cookie mix, butter, egg and 1 tablespoon of the beer; stir until dough forms.
  • Step

    2

    Roll dough into 2-inch balls; place on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Step

    3

    Bake 11 to 13 minutes. Remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 15 minutes.
  • Step

    4

    Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, mix remaining 1 tablespoon beer, the hazelnuts and brown sugar. Cook over medium heat until brown sugar begins to reduce and caramelize. Spread mixture on sheet of parchment paper; cool.
  • Step

    5

    In medium microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and whipping cream uncovered on High 30 seconds; stir. If needed, microwave 15 to 30 seconds longer or until chips are melted and mixture can be stirred smooth.
  • Step

    6

    Spread chocolate ganache on top of each cookie. Sprinkle a few candied hazelnuts on top of each. Break or cut remaining 4 slices bacon into 10 to 12 pieces; press 1 piece on top of each cookie.