Ready to create a delicious blend of sweet and smoky with just a hint of wilderness appeal? Then this maple bacon bourbon jam recipe is just the ticket.
Estimated reading time: 4 minutes
So we have more than one bacon lover in this family. That's why I'm always looking for new recipes that use bacon.
This one is pretty unique in that it's used as a condiment. In fact, I'm planning to try it on everything from venison steak to my sourdough discard crackers.
Crisp, salty bacon combined with the sweet maple flavor we all love plus the subtle flavor of bourbon makes this an excellent topping for grilled meats, but that's not all.
How to Serve Maple Bourbon Bacon Jam
Maple Bourbon Bacon Jam is a delicious treat on top of your favorite burger, steak or even baked boneless short ribs.
Or spread it on a breakfast sourdough tortilla instead of traditional bacon slices. We sometimes do this with my onion relish recipe for canning as well - so good.
You could add a dollop to the top of deviled eggs, or even add it to your charcuterie board. Spread it on pancakes, grilled cheese, or toast. You could even spoon it into scrambled eggs.
Honestly, it's pretty good on any of your favorite griddle breakfast recipes. On holiday weekends I'll add it to our summer barbecue dinner spread alongside my pickled red onions.
Ingredients Needed
- ¾ pound bacon
- 2 teaspoons crushed garlic
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup bourbon
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 ½ teaspoons mustard
How to Make Maple Bacon Bourbon Jam
This is a pretty easy recipe.
First, cut bacon into small pieces using kitchen scissors.
Then place bacon in a medium-sized cast iron saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir occasionally until it's cooked thoroughly but not overcooked.
Remove the bacon from the pan and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
Drain all but a couple of teaspoons of bacon fat and then add in all remaining ingredients.
Next, simmer the mixture over low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens to the consistency of jam.
Remove from heat and stir in cooked bacon.
Allow it to cool and transfer into an 8 oz. jar or two 4 oz. jars.
Wipe off the rim of your jar and replace the lid.
This bourbon maple bacon jam stores well in the refrigerator for up to four weeks.
Recipe
Maple Bacon Bourbon Jam
Ingredients
- ¾ pound bacon
- 2 teaspoons crushed garlic
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup bourbon
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 ½ teaspoons mustard
Instructions
- Cut bacon into small pieces using kitchen scissors.
- Place bacon in a medium-sized saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Stir occasionally until it is cooked thoroughly but not overcooked.
- Remove bacon from the pan and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
- Drain all but a couple of teaspoons of bacon fat and then add in all remaining ingredients.
- Simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens the consistency of jam.
- Remove from heat and stir in cooked bacon.
- Allow to cool and transfer into an 8 oz. jar or two 4 oz. mason jars.
- Wipe off the rim of your jar and replace the lid.
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Hi Cindy! So I did not can this, just stored it in the fridge. However, I'd suggest canning it using a water-bath method for canning meats. I know that the bacon is cured and cooked already, but that's what I'd do to be safe. Let me know if you do go ahead with it - would love to hear how it turns out.
Is there a way of canning this? I was thinking of doing this for a cookie exchange.
Thanks