Instructions

1. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray and set aside.
2. Add the butter to a 2 quart, heavy bottomed pot over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, stir in the brown sugar, maple syrup and bourbon.
3. Bring to a boil, then turn down to low heat and let simmer until a candy thermometer reaches 300 degrees.
4. Turn the heat off and carefully whisk in the the baking soda. The mixture will lighten and bubble up when you add the baking soda so stir quickly.
5. Carefully pour out onto the baking sheet and spread into and even layer. Add the bacon bits to the top of the brittle while it’s still warm.
6. Let the brittle cool for at least 30 minutes, then break apart into pieces.