5 from 18 votes
Bacon Peach Jam
Bacon Peach Jam blends smoky applewood bacon, sweet ripe peaches, and savory ingredients like onion, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce, simmered to a thick, glossy jam. The combination creates a complex sweet-salty spread that balances crispy bacon pieces with tender peaches and spices. Bourbon and apple cider vinegar add depth and tang, making it a distinctive condiment.
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 30 mins
Servings:
24
servings (2 tablespoons)
Calories:
56 kcal
Course:
Appetizer, Condiments
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 pounds Bacon I use thick cut), cut into 1/2-inch pieces, applewood smoked
- 1 yellow onion chopped (about 1-1/2 cups, large
- 4 peach peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 3 cups, ripe
- 3/4 to 1 cup dark brown sugar (depending on how sweet your peaches are)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard whole grain
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons bourbon (optional)
Instructions
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, cook bacon over medium-high heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside. Carefully remove all but 2 tablespoons of bacon fat from the pot and discard or save for another use.
- Return pot to heat, add onions, and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 8 minutes. Return bacon to the pot with chopped peaches, brown sugar, black pepper, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and bourbon (if using). Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until jam is thick and glossy, about 30-35 minutes. (If your peaches are very juicy and throw a lot of liquid into the jam, this might take a little longer; continue simmering until thick.) As the jam cooks, use the back of your wooden spoon to break up the peaches. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
- If a smoother texture is desired, transfer cooled jam to the bowl of a food processor and pulse a few times until you reach your desired consistency. Serve jam at room temperature.
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Notes
- Store bacon peach jam tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Warm jam gently or bring to room temperature before serving for best texture and flavor.
- After making the jam, strain and freeze leftover bacon drippings in ice cube trays for flavoring other dishes.
- For a smoother jam, process cooled jam briefly in a food processor, though chunkiness adds character.
Nutrition Information
Calories
56kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
6mg
(2%)
Sodium
90mg
(4%)
Potassium
87mg
(2%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
85IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
2.1mg
(2%)
Calcium
5mg
(1%)
Iron
0.2mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 24 servings (2 tablespoons)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 56
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 56kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 90mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 87mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 85IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2.1mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.