Ingredients

The following ingredients have 12 Servings
  • 6 slices applewood bacon
  • 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1½ granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1¾ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips (I like Ghirardelli)

Instruction

  • Preheat your oven to 350° and line a baking sheet with a silpat or parchment paper.
  • In a large cast iron skillet or pan; cook bacon until deep golden and crispy. Let cool and drain on paper towel then chop in large pieces.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and kosher salt. Set aside.
  • On low speed cream together the butter and sugar.
  • Add in the vanilla and two eggs to the butter/sugar mixture and beat after each addition.
  • Gradually add in the dry ingredients while the mixer is on low speed.
  • With the mixer off; add in the milk chocolate chips and chopped bacon.
  • Form rounded tablespoons in to balls and press down slightly with your fingertips.
  • Slide cookie sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  • After the cookies have baked, remove and let cool for 4-5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack. Repeat with remaining dough.