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Apple Whiskey Bacon Jam

Delicious Apple Whiskey Bacon Jam for Gourmet Home Chefs

Experience the delightful combination of savory crispy bacon and sweet Fuji apples in this Apple Whiskey Bacon Jam.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 16 ounces
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 4 slices Bacon Provides rich, smoky flavor and texture. Substitution: Turkey bacon for a lighter option.
  • 3 cups Fuji Apples Adds sweetness and crunchy texture. Alternatives: Gala or Honeycrisp apples.
  • 1 medium Onion Contributes savory depth. Preferred: Yellow onion.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Balances sweetness with flavor complexity. Substitution: Maple syrup.
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar Adds acidity to cut through richness. Alternative: Balsamic vinegar.
  • 1/2 cup Whiskey Enhances depth and complexity. Select good-quality bourbon or rye.
  • Spices (optional) Cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for heat, cinnamon or cloves for warmth.

Equipment

  • pan
  • Airtight containers

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Fry bacon pieces over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Once cooked, remove and crumble, leaving the flavorful fat in the pan.
  2. In the same pan with bacon fat, sauté the chopped onion until it becomes translucent, approximately 4-5 minutes.
  3. Stir in diced Fuji apples and cook until softened and slightly caramelized, about 10-15 minutes.
  4. Mix in the brown sugar and apple cider vinegar, letting it simmer for about 5-10 minutes until thickened.
  5. Add the splash of whiskey and crumbled bacon back into the mixture, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Allow the jam to cool before transferring it to airtight containers.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 5mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This jam can be served warm on toasted baguettes for an unforgettable appetizer. Adjust consistency if needed by adding a splash of whiskey or water.

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