Mmmm…Smoked Bacon Chocolate Bar
I live in Waco. There are not a whole lot of specialty food stores here. Our HEB has a pretty good bulk food section, and they do have some gourmet items from time to time. I usually find myself becoming a kid in a candy store when I go to Central Market or Whole Foods while visiting family in Austin. My last food treasure was discovered not in Austin, but in Amarillo. I know what you’re thinking, and I was thinking the same thing! But yes, it is true. I found a chocolate bar in Amarillo, Texas at the World Market there. This chocolate bar is made by Vosges. I’ve tried some of the more “normal” flavors from Vosges like Coconut Curry and I think I tried one with chiles in dark chocolate. When I saw this flavor I knew it was fate. Some friends and I have been debating on whether or not bacon can successfully be incorporated into desserts and confections. I am of the opinion that salty bacon is a natural partner for sweetness. Think about it. Ever had your bacon and maple syrup mingle together at breakfast? Delicious. A friend of mine, however, was disgusted at the idea of carmelized bacon ice cream. So I had to buy this to prove my point. The exotic chocolate is called Mo’s Bacon Bar.
My husband and I tasted it last night, and thought it was great. You can taste the bacon and the smokiness of the salt and bacon. The creamy milk chocolate pairs wonderfully with the strong flavors. The bacon is crunchy and, in my opinion, the right size for a chocolate bar. Anything bigger would be overwhelming, and anything smaller wouldn’t make the texture difference as pleasing.
As with most of these fancy chocolates, I would not eat an entire bar at once. A little square is all you need. So, the cost of $6.99 isn’t as bad when it lasts you a week. This is chocolate to be savored, not devoured.