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Beef Bacon Bats

Crispy Beef Bacon Bats: The Best Halloween Breakfast Treats

Delicious and fun Crispy Beef Bacon Bats make for an irresistible Halloween breakfast treat, blending savory beef bacon with sweet glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bats
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bacon Bats
  • 1 pound sliced beef bacon Substitute with turkey bacon or plant-based alternatives if desired.
  • 24 candy eyes Can replace with chocolate chips for a simpler appearance.
For the Glaze
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar Coconut sugar is a good alternative.
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup Agave syrup is a vegan substitute.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • toothpicks
  • Mixing Bowl
  • brush

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or place an oven-safe wire rack on top.
  2. Lay each slice of beef bacon flat on a cutting board, shaping them into bat figures.
  3. Mix the brown sugar and maple syrup in a small bowl, then brush the glaze generously over each bat.
  4. Arrange the glazed bacon on the baking sheet without overlapping, then bake for 15 to 25 minutes, watching for a golden brown color.
  5. Once crispy, let them cool slightly, remove any toothpicks, then press candy eyes onto each bat.
  6. Serve warm alongside scrambled eggs or pancakes for a festive breakfast.

Nutrition

Serving: 1batCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven for best texture.

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