Description
A delightful blend of sweet and savory, this Apple Whiskey Bacon Jam combines caramelized apples, crispy bacon, and whiskey for a unique spread that elevates any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices crispy bacon, chopped
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup whiskey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy, rendering out the fat.
- Remove the bacon from the skillet and drain excess fat, leaving a small amount for flavor.
- Add diced apples to the skillet and cook until they start to caramelize, about 5-10 minutes.
- Stir in the brown sugar, whiskey, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, and the cooked bacon.
- Let the mixture simmer until thickened to a jam-like consistency, about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt to taste, allow to cool, then transfer to a jar.
Notes
Opt for thick-cut bacon for richer flavor. Experiment with different apples and adjust the sweetness to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg