Low Fat Savory Bacon Jam

Transform your culinary creations with this irresistible Low Fat Savory Bacon Jam—a lighter take on the classic indulgence! Made with crispy center-cut bacon, sweet balsamic vinegar, and a touch of maple syrup, this recipe balances smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors in perfect harmony. Finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and a hint of smoked paprika add depth, while low-sodium chicken broth keeps it light without sacrificing richness. Slowly simmered to achieve a luscious, jam-like consistency, this spread is perfect for jazzing up burgers, sandwiches, or cheese boards, and can be stored in the fridge for up to two weeks. If you're looking for a guilt-free way to enjoy bacon's bold flavor, this low-fat bacon jam is your perfect match!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 slices Center-cut bacon
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 1 large Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
• 0.5 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Mustard powder

Directions

Step 1

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the center-cut bacon slices and cook until crispy, turning occasionally, for about 8-10 minutes.

Step 2

Remove the bacon from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Once cool, crumble or finely chop the bacon, and set aside.

Step 3

Remove excess bacon fat from the skillet, leaving about 1 teaspoon. Add the olive oil to the skillet.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook over medium heat until it becomes soft and translucent, approximately 5-6 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, maple syrup, and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Return the crumbled bacon to the skillet and add black pepper, smoked paprika, and mustard powder. Stir well.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it becomes thick and jam-like, about 25-30 minutes.

Step 9

Remove from heat and allow the jam to cool slightly. Transfer the mixture to a food processor and pulse a few times until the desired jam-like consistency is reached.

Step 10

Store the bacon jam in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Serve warm or at room temperature as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(495.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	891.8

Total Fat 54.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 120mg	0%
Sodium 1899.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 55.9g
Protein 35.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 90.3mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 875.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.1%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 30.1%