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4.9 from 24 votes

Crock Pot Bacon Jam

Delicious Crock Pot Bacon Jam is a sweet and savory spread you'll love. It's the perfect addition to eggs, sandwiches, burgers, and more!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
4 hrs 5 mins
Total Time
4 hrs 20 mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds Bacon cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 medium yellow onions peeled and diced
  • 3 cloves garlic smashed and peeled
  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar packed
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • ¾ cup brewed coffee
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (you can use up to 1 tsp)

Instructions

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  1. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the bacon, stirring occasionally, until the fat is rendered and the bacon is lightly browned. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon to paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  2. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease from the skillet. (You can reserve the rest of the grease for another use.)
  3. Add the onions and garlic to the skillet and cook until onions are translucent, about 6 minutes
  4. Add the vinegar, brown sugar, maple syrup, red pepper flakes, and coffee to the skillet. Bring everything to a boil, stirring and scraping up browned bits from bottom with a wooden spoon. Cook for 2 minutes, add in the bacon, and stir to combine.
  5. Transfer mixture to a slow cooker and cook uncovered on HIGH for 3 1/2 to 4 hours, until the liquid is syrupy.
  6. Transfer the bacon jam to a food processor and pulse until it's coarsely chopped.
  7. Let the jam cool, and then refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 weeks. (or freeze for up to 6 months)