Name: Homemade Bacon Onion Jam
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 5 slices bacon cooked and crumbled; 1 large yellow or white onion sliced; 1 tablespoon butter; 1/4 cup coconut sugar ((substitute brown sugar)); 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dijon mustard; 1/4 cup maple syrup

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This Bacon Onion Jam might be the best things in the world - bacon and onions simmered with sugar, vinegar and mustard, this stuff is incredible easy to make in under 30 minutes.

The boyfriend inhaled an entire jar of this bacon jam in a short period of time. I could barely hide my disappointment. But guys, this bacon jam is so easy to make, I could just whip up some more.

I mean, who can say no to big chunks of chewy bacon and onion all caramelized together in a sauce of sugar, vinegar and mustard - plus a touch of cayenne for s little kick? It's to die for. I mean technically you serve it with things like Chicken Liver Mousse and Baked Brie.

But really, you can just eat this stuff with a spoon. Seriously. With a spoon. It's that good.

Ingredients to Make Bacon Onion Jam

I like to use a thick cut bacon for this recipe. Otherwise, any kind of bacon will work fine.

You can use either grainy or smooth Dijon mustard, but I personally choose to use the smooth.

Other ingredients like sugar, onion, and vinegar are also used. A complete list of ingredients is included in the recipe card.

Step By Step Instructions

Heat the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and cook until starting to caramelize, about 10-15 minutes.

Add remaining ingredients and stir periodically to ensure the sugar does not burn.

Simmer until mixture has become thick and glossy (about 10-15 minutes). Remove from heat.

Let the jam cool and store in a covered jar in the fridge for up to one week.

Bacon Jam Uses

This jam is great just served on crackers, toast or a warm biscuit;
I just love it served with this Chicken Liver Mousse;
Serve it on burgers like this Bison Burger, grilled cheese or a breakfast sandwich;
Of course, it's amazing when served on a Charcuterie Board or part of a cheese plate;
Spread a little on a pizza like this Fig and Goat Cheese Pizza;
Again, eat it with a spoon.

Expert Tips

Using a thick cut bacon gives the bacon pieces a slightly chewy texture that is incredible.
The recipe can easily be doubled, tripled, etc.
Cut the onions as thin or chunky as you'd like. I t depends on how you prefer the consistency of the jam. I cut them a medium thickness.
Freezing instructions: Freeze in a freezer safe container for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight.

Honestly, if this recipe is right up your alley, you will LOVE this roasted bone marrow - it's incredible!

Did you make this recipe? Rate it and leave a comment below to let me know how you liked it!

Homemade Bacon Onion Jam

This Bacon Onion Jam might be the best things in the world - bacon and onions simmered with sugar, vinegar and mustard, this stuff is incredible easy to make in under 30 minutes.

4.84 from 12 votes

Print Rate

Course: Condiment

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 30

Servings: servings

Calories: 161kcal

Author: Danielle Wolter

Ingredients

▢ 5 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
▢ 1 large yellow or white onion sliced
▢ 1 tablespoon butter
▢ ¼ cup coconut sugar (substitute brown sugar)
▢ 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
▢ ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
▢ 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
▢ ¼ cup maple syrup

Instructions

Heat the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and cook until starting to caramelize, about 10-15 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients and stir periodically to ensure the sugar does not burn.
Simmer until mixture has become thick and glossy (about 10-15 minutes). Remove from heat.
Let the jam cool and store in a covered jar in the fridge for up to one week.

Expert Tips:

Using a thick cut bacon gives the bacon pieces a slightly chewy texture that is incredible.
The recipe can easily be doubled, tripled, etc.
Cut the onions as thin or chunky as you'd like. I t depends on how you prefer the consistency of the jam. I cut them a medium thickness.
Freezing instructions: Freeze in a freezer safe container for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight.

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Homemade Bacon Onion Jam

Ingredients to Make Bacon Onion Jam