Preheat oven to 375. Place bacon on rack on cookie sheet and brush with maple syrup. Cook 25-35 minutes until brown and crisp. Break into small pieces once it has cooled.
In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients. In a smaller bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients, then add to dry. Fold in bacon pieces.
Preheat waffle iron and cook per their instructions.
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