Sweet And Spicy Bacon Jam
Sweet And Spicy Bacon Jam blends crispy bacon, caramelized onions, jalapeños, maple syrup, and spices into a bold, savory-sweet spread perfect for toast, burgers, or cheese boards.
Ingredients
- 1 pound thick-cut bacon diced
- 1 large yellow onion finely diced (about 1 ½ cups)
- 3 medium jalapeño peppers seeded and diced (about 1 cup)
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- ½ cup light brown sugar packed
- ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- Add diced bacon to a skillet over medium heat. Cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Drain excess grease, keeping about ¼ cup in the skillet to retain flavor without making it too oily.
- Lower heat to medium-low. Add onions and jalapeños. Cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring often, until deeply golden and tender.
- Stir in garlic, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, chili powder, and the cooked bacon. Simmer uncovered for 7–10 minutes, stirring frequently, until thick and jam-like.
- Use warm or refrigerate in an airtight jar. Reheat gently before serving for best texture and flavor.