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Bacon Jam

Bacon Jam is made by combining cooked bacon, caramelized onion, coffee, maple syrup, brown sugar, and slowing simmering it until it is jam-like! This bacon jam recipe is super simple to make and has so many uses!

Bacon Jam

The first time I had bacon jam was when I was living in Seattle at the end of grad school. I remember vowing to make it because it was so dang good and now, 12 years later, I'm finally posting about it! I've made it a few times and now I think I have finally perfected my recipe. This bacon jam is pure heaven and is so good you can eat it with a spoon! BUT there are so many other delicious things you can do with it. Like slather it on Cottage Cheese Avocado Toast or use in Bacon Cheese Turnovers!

Bacon Jam

Ingredients in Bacon Jam

  • Bacon
  • Yellow Onion
  • Maple Syrup
  • Brown Sugar
  • Apple Cider Vinegar
  • Strong Coffee
  • Water
  • Salt
Bacon Jam

How to Make Bacon Jam

Bacon jam is quite simple to make, but it does require a little hands on time. As one would say, it's putsy. To start, cut the bacon into small pieces. I estimated ¼"-½" pieces but it doesn't need to be exact. Once the bacon is cut, add it to a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the bacon until it's cooked, but not super crispy. Remove the bacon, along with all but 2 tablespoon of bacon grease, from the skillet.

To the bacon grease, add the sliced onions. The onions should be quartered and then cut into slices. Cook the sliced onions for about 5-7 minutes, until they are slightly softened. Then add the brown sugar and mix well. Lower the heat to medium-low and cook the onions until they are caramelized, about 20 more minutes.

Once the onions are caramelized, add the remaining ingredients - maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, coffee, water, and salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 20-25 more minutes, until the liquid has mostly evaporated and it's a thick jam-like consistency. you can use it immediately, or store it in a jar in your refrigerator! The bacon fat does solidify once it's refrigerated, so I like to put how much I'm going to use in a small bowl and microwave it for 20-30 seconds before I use it so it's warmed up.

How to Use Bacon Jam

There are so many uses for bacon jam!

  • Avocado Toast
  • On top of hash
  • Burgers
  • Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
  • Sandwiches
  • Wraps
  • Paninis
  • Baked Brie
  • Cracker Dip
Bacon Jam

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Bacon Jam

Bacon Jam

Bacon Jam is made by combining cooked bacon, caramelized onion, coffee, maple syrup, brown sugar, and slowing simmering it until it is jam-like! This bacon jam recipe is super simple to make and has so many uses!
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 395kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb bacon
  • 1 large yellow onion
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • ½ cup strong coffee
  • cup water
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Cut the bacon into small pieces, about ¼-1/2" wide.
  • In a medium to large skillet, cook the bacon until browned. Don't let it get too crispy.
  • Remove the bacon from the skillet, along with all but 2 tablespoon of the bacon grease.
  • Add the onions and cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the brown sugar and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low and cook another 15-20 minutes, until the onions are caramelized.
  • Add the maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, coffee, water, salt, and bacon to the skillet and stir well to combine.
  • Cook another 20 minutes, until the liquid has mostly evaporated and it is a thickened consistency.
  • Use immediately or store in a glass Tupperware and refrigerate.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Ways to use bacon jam:
  • Avocado Toast
  • On top of hash
  • Burgers
  • Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
  • Sandwiches
  • Wraps
  • Paninis
  • Baked Brie
  • Cracker Dip
 
Store in airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. 

Nutrition

Calories: 395kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 700mg | Potassium: 232mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 28IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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