This easy carnivore butter and bacon bark might just become your new favorite snack. It combines the rich taste of browned butter with crispy bacon bits, creating something that’s both satisfying and simple to make.
Many people think fancy snacks need many ingredients, but sometimes the best treats come from just two or three quality items.
For this recipe, all you need is good butter and bacon to create something special and completely carnivore friendly!
It’s proof that sometimes the simplest combinations make the best treats, especially when you’re following the carnivore diet!
👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Brown Butter Magic: The process of browning butter creates an incredible nutty, caramel-like flavor that takes this bark to the next level. When butter browns, it develops complex flavors that make it taste almost like toffee.
Only Two Ingredients: Finding carnivore recipes that taste amazing with just two ingredients is rare. This recipe proves that you don’t need a long list of ingredients or complicated steps to make something delicious.
Energy Boost: The combination of fats from butter and protein from bacon makes this an excellent energy-dense snack. It’s perfect for those times when you need a quick boost between meals.
Satisfying Texture: The combination of smooth, rich butter and crispy bacon bits creates an amazing texture contrast. Each bite gives you that satisfying snap of frozen butter along with the crunchy bacon pieces.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
- 2 sticks Butter (unsalted)
- 1/4 cup Crispy Bacon Bits
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👨🍳 How To Make
Follow this easy recipe:
Step 1
In a saucepan – melt the butter sticks over medium-low heat. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until it turns golden brown. Stir occasionally,
Step 2
Line a small cookie sheet with parchment paper.
Step 3
Pour the browned butter onto the lined cookie sheet. Spread it evenly. Sprinkle the bacon bits over the top.
Step 4
Place the cookie sheet in the freezer. Let it set for until 2 hours until it’s solid.
Step 5
Remove from the freezer and break the frozen “bark” into pieces. Enjoy!
💡Tips
1. Get The Bacon Extra Crispy
For the best texture in your bark, you want your bacon bits to be super crispy – not chewy or soft. Cook them until they’re darker than you might usually make them (but not burnt!).
Once they cool, they should shatter easily when you press them. This extra crispiness ensures they won’t become chewy when mixed with the butter.
2. Storage
Once your bark is completely frozen and broken into pieces, store it in the frizer in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking.
Even in the freezer, butter can absorb other flavors, so make sure your container seals well. The bark will keep for up to two or three months in the freezer.
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FAQ
Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
Yes, you can use salted butter, but keep in mind that your bark will be much saltier since the bacon already adds salt.
The browning process concentrates the butter’s flavors, including salt. If you only have salted butter, consider using less crispy bacon or look for a low-sodium bacon option.
How long does this bark stay good in the freezer?
The bark stays fresh in the freezer for up to 3 months when stored properly in an airtight container. However, it tastes best within the first two weeks. After that, the bacon can start losing its crispiness.
My bark melts too quickly when I take it out. What’s wrong?
If your bark melts too quickly, it might not have frozen long enough. Give it at least 2 hours in the freezer, or even better, leave it overnight.
Also, the butter might not have been browned enough – properly browned butter sets firmer.
Carnivore Butter & Bacon Bark
Print RecipeIngredients
- 2 sticks Butter unsalted
- 1/4 cup Crispy Bacon Bits
Instructions
- In a saucepan – melt the butter sticks over medium-low heat. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until it turns golden brown. Stir occasionally,
- Line a small cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Pour the browned butter onto the lined cookie sheet. Spread it evenly. Sprinkle the bacon bits over the top.
- Place the cookie sheet in the freezer. Let it set for until 2 hours until it’s solid.
- Remove from the freezer and break the frozen “bark” into pieces. Enjoy!