bacon jam recipe

Bacon Jam Recipe

This easy bacon jam recipe combines crispy bacon, caramelized onions, brown sugar, bourbon, coffee, maple syrup, and a touch of spice to create a rich, sweet, savory spread. It is delicious on burgers, biscuits, toast, sandwiches, eggs, or crackers. The bacon becomes tender and flavorful as it slowly cooks with the other ingredients, creating a thick, spreadable jam that is perfect for adding extra flavor to almost any meal. Discover more flavorful recipes like Bacon Jam Recipe right here.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup bacon drippings
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup bourbon whiskey
  • 1 cup brewed coffee
  • 1/2 cup sherry vinegar
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 3/4 cup ketchup

Directions

  • Cook the bacon in a large saucepan over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to brown.
  • Drain the excess bacon grease, reserving about 1/4 cup of the drippings in the pan.
  • Add the thinly sliced onions to the bacon and reserved drippings. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions become soft.
  • Stir in the brown sugar and continue cooking for about 5 minutes, until the onions become sticky and caramelized.
  • Add the minced garlic, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is softened and fragrant.
  • Pour in the bourbon, brewed coffee, sherry vinegar, and maple syrup. Stir well to combine.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
  • Cook for about 35 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the mixture from sticking or burning. Continue cooking until the bacon jam becomes thick but is not completely dry.
  • Stir in the ketchup and cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and allow the bacon jam to cool slightly.
  • Transfer the mixture to a food processor and pulse until it reaches a slightly chunky, spreadable consistency.
  • Serve the bacon jam on burgers, biscuits, eggs, toasted bread, crackers, or your favorite sandwiches.

Preparation Details

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Additional Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Servings: 32
  • Yield: 1 quart