How to Make Bacon Jam - A Step-by-Step Guide

Bacon jam is a delicious and indulgent spread that is perfect for adding a burst of flavor to any meal. This savory-sweet condiment is made with crispy bacon, caramelized onions, brown sugar, and a hint of tangy vinegar, resulting in a rich and complex flavor profile that is sure to impress. Whether you spread it on a burger, sandwich, or use it as a dip for cheese and crackers, bacon jam is a versatile and irresistible addition to any meal.

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • ½ cup bacon drippings
  • 2 large yellow onions, cut into very thin slivers
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup bourbon whiskey
  • 1 cup brewed coffee
  • ½ cup sherry vinegar
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ¾ cup ketchup

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 32
  • Yield: 1 quart

  • Cook and stir bacon in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until bacon starts to brown, about 10 minutes; drain grease, retaining 1/4 of the drippings. Stir onions into bacon and drippings; cook and stir until soft, about 10 minutes. Stir in brown sugar; cook until onions are sticky and browned, about 5 more minutes. Mix in garlic, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook and stir until garlic is soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix in bourbon whiskey, coffee, sherry vinegar, and maple syrup. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook until the bacon jam is thickened but not completely dry, stirring occasionally to prevent burning, about 35 minutes. Mix in ketchup and cook 5 more minutes.
  • Remove from heat, let the bacon jam cool, and pulse in a food processor to a slightly chunky, spreadable consistency. Bacon jam will store in the refrigerator, covered, up to 2 weeks.
  • Nutrition

    140 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 287mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 115mg