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Jalapeno Bacon Jam

Experience the bold and flavorful Jalapeno Bacon Jam, packed with crispy bacon, jalapenos, and the perfect balance of sweet and savory! Perfect on crackers, burgers, grilled cheese, vegetables, and so much more!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 178 kcal
Course: Appetizer

Ingredients

  • 1 pound thick-cut bacon, diced
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely diced (about 1 ½ cups)
  • 3 medium jalapeno peppers, seeded* and diced (about 1 cup)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • ½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar, packed
  • ⅓ cup (80 g) apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup (79 g) maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

Instructions

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  1. In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. While the bacon is cooking, line a plate with a paper towel.
  2. Once the bacon is done, place onto the lined plate. Set aside.
  3. Leave about ¼ cup of bacon grease in the pan, carefully removing the rest.
  4. To the pan, add the onion and jalapenos. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook until the onions are caramelized, 15-20 minutes, stirring often.
  5. Mix in the garlic, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, chili powder, and bacon.
  6. Allow the mixture to simmer for 7-10 minutes, or until it thickens to the consistency of jam.
  7. Serve warm or cold. You may want to warm slightly if it has been refrigerated.

Notes

  • *You can leave the seeds in if you want more heat.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2tablespoons Calories 178kcal (9%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 178

% Daily Value*

Serving 2tablespoons
Calories 178kcal 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.