SPAM-DY™ Bars

Ingredients

• 1 (12-ounce) can SPAM® Classic
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
• 1/4 cup candied pecans, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 cup dark chocolate melting chocolates
• 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Cut the SPAM® Classic into 16 bar-shaped slices, placing each slice on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon.
4. Brush the mixture evenly on all 16 slices of SPAM® Classic.
5. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove from the oven and turn slices over.
6. Brush the slices with additional glaze and bake for another 15 minutes, then move the slices to a parchment-lined cooling rack.
7. While the SPAM® Classic slices are cooling, use a small bowl to mix the chopped pecans, sea salt, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon for topping, then set aside.
8. In a double boiler, melt both chocolates, stirring until smooth.
9. Using tongs, dip each piece of candied SPAM® Classic in the melted chocolate until coated on all sides.
10. Place on a wax paper-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with the pecan mixture.
11. Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes or until set. Makes 16 bars. Store in refrigerator.