Maple Glazed Bacon and Chive Shortbread

Savoury-salty-sweet bacon shortbread squares with hints of chive and maple are delicious served alone as an appetizer or added to a cheese plate.

• Preparation Time: 35 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
• Calories: 123 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
• Pinch salt
• 2 tablespoons rice flour
• ½ cup unsalted Gay Lea Butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons icing sugar
• ½ cup chopped, crispy bacon
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C).

Step 2

Grease an 8-inch (20 cm) square baking pan; reserve. In a large bowl, beat the butter with the sugar and salt using an electric mixer, for 2 minutes or until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Add the bacon and chives; mix until evenly distributed. Combine the all purpose flour with the rice flour. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture; stir until just combined.

Step 4

Press the dough, in an even layer, into the prepared pan. Cover and chill for 30 minutes or until firm.

Step 5

Lightly score the dough with a knife into 16 squares (do not cut all the way through the dough). Brush the top with maple syrup.

Step 6

Bake for 25 to 35 minutes or until set and lightly golden. Immediately cut through the scored wedges. Transfer pan to a wire rack and cool completely.