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Vegan Bourbon Maple Bacon Jam or Maybe It’s a Relish?

June 13, 2013 By Johnna 16 Comments

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Vegan Bourbon Maple Bacon Jam | In Johnna's Kitchen

Awhile back, bacon jam recipes were popping up everywhere.  A local restaurant started serving sides of it at brunch. Friends were posting pictures of their at-home attempts to make it.

Because I hate missing a food trend, here’s my addition.  Yep, I’m late to the party, but I’ve got a tasty recipe to share.  Do yourself a favor, make a batch of this and put in on top of a waffle.  Drizzle with a little extra maple syrup and indulge in one of the most interesting flavor combinations you’ll have on a waffle.  It’s smoky, sweet, bourbon-y, perfection for breakfast!  Or have it on a burger, put it on toast for a crazy variation of the classic BLT.  It’s good just about everywhere I’ve tried it, even in oatmeal. Not kidding.

In Johnnas Kitchen bourbon maple bacon jam, vegan

Many of the variations of bacon jam you’ll find on-line are processed a bit in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture.  You’ll notice I’ve left mine a little chunkier.  I tried making it both ways and like the texture of it unprocessed.  Nothing changes in the flavor, should you choose to blend it, I just like the chunks of coconut bacon being a bit more, well…chunky.

Oh, one more thing.  You’ll need a bag of Phoney Baloney’s coconut bacon to make this.  I’m slightly obsessed with coconut bacon and put it in lots of dishes, including guacamole.  It’s good stuff, get some! Or make some.  Want a recipe to make it at home?  Holler if you do and I’ll post my version soon.

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Vegan Bourbon Maple Bacon Jam or Relish

Author Johnna

Ingredients

  • 1 bag Phoney Baloney Coconut Bacon
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 1/2 cups diced yellow onion (about 2 medium onions)
  • 3/4 cup strong brewed coffee
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup bourbon

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a small slow cooker/crockpot.
  2. Cook on high for 4 hours.
  3. Remove lid and cook another 4 hours uncovered.
  4. Stir occasionally if you pass by.
  5. Serve hot or cold on dish of your choice.
  6. Store in the refrigerator.

I’m linking this post up with Healthy Vegan Fridays and Wellness Weekend.  Check them out for lots of terrific recipes!

 

 

Filed Under: In the Kitchen Tagged With: bacon, dairy-free, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, vegan, vegetarian

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Comments

  1. Ginger says

    June 14, 2013 at 1:18 PM

    !!!!! This looks amazing. Can’t wait to make. Please, please post your bacon recipe.

    Reply
    • Johnna says

      June 19, 2013 at 11:57 AM

      Your wish is my command. ๐Ÿ™‚ Recipe coming your way soon…

      Reply
  2. Gabby @ the veggie nook says

    June 20, 2013 at 10:33 PM

    This is insane!! I have seen this product in store before but it most definitely wasn’t vegan ๐Ÿ˜‰

    I am going to feature it on Healthy Vegan Friday this week, so make sure to stop by my blog tomorrow to check it out ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Johnna says

      June 21, 2013 at 7:13 PM

      Thanks, Gabby!

      Reply
  3. Aslaug M. Petursdottir says

    December 29, 2013 at 4:05 AM

    Wow I really want to try this. Please post your bacoon recipe. Many thanks.

    Reply
    • Johnna says

      December 29, 2013 at 8:02 PM

      Thanks, Aslaug. I’ll share the bacon recipe soon.

      Reply
  4. Miranda says

    February 12, 2014 at 3:33 PM

    If I am using my own coconut bacon, how much is one bag of the phoney baloney stuff?

    Reply
    • Johnna says

      February 12, 2014 at 7:06 PM

      That’s a terrific question, Miranda! One bag of Phoney Baloney’s coconut bacon is 3.5 ounces. The nutrition label says the bag contains 28 Tablespoons, so 1 3/4 cups. I hope that helps!

      Reply
  5. kerri adams says

    November 29, 2014 at 2:20 PM

    Please post your vegan chip recipe!

    Reply
  6. MaryAnne says

    January 1, 2015 at 11:18 PM

    I just found you and want to eat better.

    I was wondering where your recipe for the “Bacon” is.
    Could you please tell me where I can find it.

    Thank you
    MaryAnne Corliss

    Reply
    • Johnna says

      January 6, 2015 at 7:37 PM

      Hi MaryAnne! I’ve not published a recipe for coconut bacon, as I’ve found it to be more affordable for me to buy Phoney Baloney’s coconut bacon. Thanks for dropping by!

      Reply
  7. Alexis says

    February 12, 2015 at 8:46 PM

    I’m so glad this exists, I’ve got two bags of this I need to use up!! Btw…i dont have any bourbon. What do you think I can sub the 1/4 cup of bourbon? Water or more coffee? Or how about some puerto rican rum?

    Reply
    • Johnna says

      February 13, 2015 at 3:45 PM

      Hi Alexis! I’ve never made this without bourbon so am hesitant to suggest an alternative. I don’t think water or coffee would work, as there’s no sugar content like there is in bourbon. Rum may work, but truthfully it would be worth waiting to buy bourbon as the smoky, deep flavor of bourbon is what pairs so nicely with the bacon flavors.

      There are a few other recipes on my site as well that use coconut bacon, including a bourbon bacon chocolate chip cookie. You CAN leave the bourbon out of that recipe with no problem at all. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply

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