Bacon Jam Recipe

This Bacon Jam Recipe is a bacon lovers dream! I mean bacon is one of my top joys in life… I know I am not alone on that! Right??

When I was a kid growing up in Philly, I would often stay overnight at my Grammys. When I woke she would give me all the bacon I could eat. ALL-the-bacon-I-could-eat!

As the oldest of 5 kids growing up in Philly, THAT was monumental! At home, I could maybe snag 3 strips… if I was lucky! I still smile at the thought of those lazy weekend mornings at my Grammys…and all of that glorious bacon. Food memories are some of my favorite memories!

The Best Bacon Jam

This bacon jam recipe is easily the best in the world. Bacon, onions, brown sugar, coffee, and balsamic are slowly simmered until thick and jam-like. It’s simple to make and perfect for serving as an appetizer to elevate cheese and crackers.

Prep: 10min

Total: 70min

Yield: 2

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 2 tablespoons, calories 159 kcal, Sugar 9 g, Sodium 194 mg, Fat 11 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, unSaturated Fat 7 g

Ingredients:

• 1 lb thick cut bacon
• 2 extra large sweet onions (quartered and thickly sliced)
• ½ cup brown sugar (use coconut sugar for paleo)
• ½ cup water
• ⅓ cup strong brewed coffee
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Instruction:

1. Cut the bacon into half-inch slices and add them to a large frying pan. Don’t worry if the bacon pieces stick together, they will come apart as they cook. Cook over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently until the bacon is cooked but still quite chewy. A few crispy bits are ok. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon from the pan.
2. Pour out all but 1 tablespoon of the bacon drippings. Add the onions to the pan and cook for about 8-10 minutes then reduce the heat to low. Add the sugar and stir. Continue to cook until the onions have caramelized, about 20 minutes.
3. Add the reserved bacon, coffee, and water and increase the heat to medium. Continue to cook, stirring about every five minutes, until the onions are thick and jam-like, about 30 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the balsamic. Taste for seasoning and salt if necessary.
4. Use immediately or refrigerate for up to a week. Bring back to room temperature before serving. There will be little spots of white fat when you take it out of the fridge. As the jam comes to room temperature, these will disappear.

Bacon Jam

You’re going to want to spread this bacon jam from Delish.com on literally everything.

Prep: 30min

Total: 30min

Yield: 1 c.

Nutrition Facts: calories 2625 Calories, Fat 181 g, Saturated Fat 60 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 299 mg, Sodium 3148 mg, Carbohydrate 174 g, Fiber 11 g, Sugar 147 g, Protein 65 g

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. bacon, cut into 1″ pieces
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 4 shallots, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 c. brown sugar
• 1/4 c. maple syrup
• 1/3 c. apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp. chili powder

Instruction:

1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving about a tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan.
2. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add onion and shallots to the pan and cook, stirring often, until the onions are caramelized, about 15 minutes.
3. Stir in garlic, brown sugar, maple syrup, vinegar, chili powder and cooked bacon. Bring mixture to a simmer then reduce heat to low. Cook until the liquid has reduced and thickened and the onions are jammy, 7 to 10 minutes.
4. Let cool before transferring to a jar. Serve with cheese and crackers. (It’s also delicious on a burger!)

Recipe for Bacon Jam

This Bacon Jam recipe makes an amazing food gift. use it as an appetizer and top a baked Brie or crostini. Spread onto toast. avocado toast or add a dollop to your fried eggs or avocado toast. I also love it atop green beans and burgers! So many uses.

Prep: 10min

Total: 40min

Yield: 12

Serving Size: 12 g

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 12 g, calories 398 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 30 g, Saturated Fat 10 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 508 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 19 g, Trans Fat 1 g

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds Bacon
• 1 1/2 cups of chopped Vidalia onion
• 4 large cloves garlic, minced or 3 TBS garlic paste
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
• 2 TBS balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup water ((you could also add in a TBS or two of bourbon vs water))
• 6 sprigs of fresh thyme
• Black pepper
• Optional: a couple of dashes Cayenne (red pepper IF you like heat and sometimes I add in 2 TBS of maple syrup towards the end)

Instruction:

1. Chop your bacon and cook until almost crisp, stirring it around often.
2. Drain all but 1/2 TBS or so of the bacon grease out.
3. Add in the onions and sauté for about 5 minutes.
4. Next, add in the garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring the whole time.
5. Add in brown sugar, vinegars and water. Stir and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
6. Add in Thyme sprigs and pepper and continue simmering another few minutes, stirring often, being careful not to burn.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning to your preference if necessary.
8. Remove Thyme sprigs and allow the mixture to cool.
9. You can then pulse the jam a few times in your food processor for a finer jam or leave it as is. Up to you.
10. Once completely cool, store in airtight jars in your refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
11. Heat it up a bit to enjoy on whatever you like. If you need to after reheating adding a TBS or so of water if the jam is too thick.

Bacon Jam Recipe – Savory Bacon & Onion Spread

FAQ

How to make bacon jam Gordon Ramsay?

1. 1 pound thick cut bacon, sliced into 1-cm pieces.
2. 1 small yellow onion, chopped (about 1 ½ cups)
3. 3 shallots, halved and sliced into thin half moons (1 heaping cup)
4. ½ (100g) cup brown sugar.
5. ½ cup (155 ml) maple syrup.
6. ½ (125ml) cup freshly brewed coffee.
7. ½ (115ml) cup apple cider vinegar.

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What can I put bacon jam on?

1. Bacon Jam Biscuits.
2. Bacon Jam Omelet.
3. Pimiento Cheese and Bacon Jam Sandwiches.
4. Add Bacon Jam to a Charcuterie Board.
5. Add Bacon Jam to Grilled Burgers.
6. Cream Cheese and Bacon Jam.
7. Grilled Cheese and Bacon Jam.
8. Bacon Jam Baked Beans.