Carnivore Butter & Bacon Bark Recipe

Carnivore Butter & Bacon Bark Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb bacon (sliced into strips)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (grass-fed is ideal)
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional, for extra flavor)
• 1/4 tsp smoked paprika (optional, for a smoky touch)
• Salt, to taste (be mindful, bacon is already salty)
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the bacon:

   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Lay the bacon strips flat on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Arrange them in a single layer so they cook evenly.
   • Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and browned to your liking. You can also pan-fry the bacon if you prefer.

2. Prepare the butter:

   • While the bacon is cooking, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. If you’d like extra flavor, you can stir in garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt to the butter as it melts. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
   • Once melted, reduce the heat to low and let the butter simmer for 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop.

3. Prepare the bacon:

   • Once the bacon is done, remove it from the oven and transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Let it cool slightly.

4. Crumble the bacon:

   • Once the bacon is cooled, crumble it into small pieces. You can either use your hands or chop it with a knife.

5. Combine the bacon and butter:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled bacon with the melted butter. Stir to evenly coat the bacon with the buttery goodness.

6. Set the bark:

   • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the bacon-butter mixture evenly over the surface.
   • Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator or freezer to let the bark firm up. This should take about 1 hour in the fridge or 30 minutes in the freezer.

7. Break into pieces:

   • Once the bark has set, break it into irregular pieces, similar to how you’d break chocolate bark.

8. Serve:

   • Serve and enjoy your savory, crispy carnivore-friendly butter and bacon bark as a snack, appetizer, or a topping for other dishes!

Tips:

• Make it spicy: If you enjoy a bit of heat, you can add cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the butter mixture.
• Storage: Store the bark in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or in the freezer for longer storage.
• Optional Add-ins: For a richer flavor, you can stir in a bit of grated parmesan or other hard cheeses (if you’re comfortable with dairy in your carnivore diet).

This Carnivore Butter & Bacon Bark is a perfect high-fat, savory snack that’s easy to make and great for satisfying your cravings while staying true to carnivore principles. Enjoy! 😋