Keto Candied Bacon Jam Paninis

Name: Keto Candied Bacon Jam Paninis
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: keto
Ingredients: Raw egg; Cream cheese; Cream of tartar; Bacon; Yellow onion; Garlic; Brown Sugar Replacement; Liquid stevia; Apple cider vinegar; Paprika; Beef broth; Tapioca flour; Mayonnaise; Cheddar cheese, natural; Arugula

167 ratings

Prepare Time 25 minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes

Looking for a nice Keto lunch, such as a hot sandwich with a cup of soup or a small salad? You can make this candied bacon jam panini with Keto cloud bread for your next meal prep recipe. It’s easy to make cloud bread in batches. Just keep the finished bread in a sealed airtight bag in your refrigerator. Lay a slice down in a pan, and load it up with the panini ingredients. The cloud bread cooks to a dark golden color on the outside in your hot pan, and any cheese in the center melts to perfection. If you own an actual panini press at home, you might want to stick to using the pan method; cloud bread is still delicate! Check out Carb Manager’s growing list of Keto-friendly soups and salads to complete your meal, or enjoy the panini alone as a Keto snack. ### Choose No-Sugar Bacon It can be tempting to choose flavored bacon to make the bacon jam. Avoid flavors that imply added sugar, like maple or honey smoked bacon. It’s better to choose a good quality slab of bacon or a good brand of pre-sliced bacon. Don’t worry, you’ll add Keto-friendly sweeteners to the candied bacon jam, so it will still taste a little sweet. ### Storing Leftover Bacon Jam If you have extra candied bacon jam you’d like to use for later, just store it in an airtight container in your refrigerator. The bacon will be harder once it’s cold, but you can fix this by letting it sit at room temperature before you use it. The candied bacon jam will naturally soften back to its chewier texture while it’s sitting out.

How to make Keto Candied Bacon Jam Paninis

Separate all your eggs, and add the yolks to a stand mixer with a whip attachment. Whip the yolks at a high speed for several minutes until they thicken up and turn pale yellow. When the yolks are pale, add softened cream cheese to the mixer. Whip the ingredients together until you have a lump-free, pale yellow mixture. Scrape the mixture into a clean bowl to leave aside for the next step. Wipe your mixing bowl and attachment clean, making sure there is no yolk left behind.
Pour the egg whites into the bowl, and begin whipping them until they’re frothy. Once the whites are frothy, add cream of tartar and continue whipping them until you reach stiff peaks. If you left your egg whites out at room temperature, it should only take them a few minutes to become stiff. When the egg whites are done, use a baking spatula to add about ⅓ of the whites to the yolk mixture, and fold them in. Continue until all the egg whites are folded into the yolks, and you have a light yellow, fluffy cloud bread batter.
Turn on an oven to preheat to 300 degrees. Line a sheet tray with parchment paper, and begin scooping a ¼-cup portion of batter onto the paper. Gently spread the batter into about a 5-inch circle, then repeat the process until the rest of the batter is portioned. Bake the cloud bread immediately for 25 minutes or until the bread has golden edges with a soft and bouncy center. Let the cloud bread cool at room temperature for later.
To make the bacon jam, dice the bacon and yellow onion into very small pieces, but keep the two ingredients separated from each other. Add the bacon to a medium-sized pot and cook it on high heat while stirring until the bacon turns crispy and has released a lot of fat. Once done, drain the fat out of the pot, and return it to low heat on the stove. Add diced onions to the pot, place a lid on top, and let the ingredients cook down until the onions are transparent. Stir occasionally to prevent burning and adjust the heat as necessary.
Stir minced garlic, brown sugar substitute, liquid stevia, apple cider vinegar, paprika, and beef broth into the pot. Return the lid and let the pot simmer over very low heat while the bacon and onions continue breaking down - about 10-15 minutes. Then, remove some of the liquid from the pot, and transfer it to a heat-safe dish. Stir tapioca flour into the dish until it thickens the small amount of liquid. Return the thickened liquid to the pot, and stir it into the bacon jam.
Continually stir and observe the bacon jam as it cooks down for the final time over low heat. Watch for the bacon and onions to caramelize in the pan. You may continue cooking down until all excess liquid evaporates for crunchy candied bacon. Otherwise, leave the jammy-textured bacon mixture to cool temporarily. You can chill the bacon in your refrigerator, but it will become firmer and crunchier.
To make a panini, flip a piece of cloud bread over so the flat side is facing up. Spread mayonnaise across the cloud bread, then lay a slice of cheese over the mayonnaise (it may help you to fold the panini later if you split the cheese slice into two halves first). Arrange about ½ ounce of candied bacon jam over the cheese. Place the bare side of cloud bread down in a small pan, then arrange the arugula in the center of the panini.
Cover the pan with a lid and heat the panini over medium-low heat. Keep an eye on the pan as the cheese begins to melt. Once the cheese starts melting, use a spatula to fold the panini in half and press it down to seal it shut. Leave the lid on the pan to help the cheese melt faster while the cloud bread turns golden brown in the pan. You can flip the panini over and cook it on the other side for even coverage. Enjoy while the panini is hot and the cheese is gooey!

Ingredients of Keto Candied Bacon Jam Paninis

Ingredient	Quantity
1. Raw egg	undefined
2. Cream cheese	undefined
3. Cream of tartar	undefined
4. Bacon	undefined
5. Yellow onion	undefined
6. Garlic	undefined
7. Brown Sugar Replacement	undefined
8. Liquid stevia	undefined
9. Apple cider vinegar	undefined
10. Paprika	undefined
11. Beef broth	undefined
12. Tapioca flour	undefined
13. Mayonnaise	undefined
14. Cheddar cheese, natural	undefined
15. Arugula	undefined

Keto Candied Bacon Jam Paninis nutrients

caloriesKCal: 394.956 caloriesKJ: 1652.494 totalCarbs: 5.523 diabetesCarbsADA: 5.523 netCarbs: 4.41 diabetesCarbs: 4.762 fiber: 0.409 starch: 0.895 sugar: 2.095 addedSugar: 0.357 sugarAlcohols: 0.704 protein: 23.844 fat: 30.711 transFat: 0.404 monousatFat: 10.534 polyunsatFat: 5.27 omega3Fat: 0.437 omega6Fat: 4.833 saturatedFat: 12.019 cholesterol: 251.503 vitaminA: 198.075 vitaminC: 3.083 vitaminD: 1.362 vitaminE: 1.128 vitaminK: 23.839 vitaminB1: 0.241 vitaminB2: 0.466 vitaminB3: 3.669 vitaminB5: 1.291 vitaminB6: 0.29 vitaminB12: 1.196 potassium: 386.444 magnesium: 30.491 calcium: 214.643 iron: 1.298 zinc: 2.452 copper: 0.069 phosphorus: 336.376 sodium: 859.115 selenium: 39.456 folate: 45.135 choline: 187.437 alcohol: 0 caffeine: 0 gluten: 0 manganese: 0.101 conjugatedLinoleicAcid: 0.067 phyticAcid: 4.651 xylitol: 0.001 isomalt: 0 sorbitol: 0.005 maltitol: 0 lactitol: 0 erythritol: 0 pinitol: 0 inositol: 0.021 mannitol: 0.01

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I eat nuts on a keto diet?

Nuts like almonds, walnuts, and macadamias are great sources of healthy fats and can be enjoyed in moderation on a keto diet. Be mindful of portion sizes due to their calorie content.

Are there keto options for fast food breakfast?

Yes, you can order breakfast items like egg and cheese sandwiches without the bun or breakfast bowls with scrambled eggs, meats, and vegetables.

Is coconut oil a healthy fat for a keto diet?

Yes, coconut oil is rich in medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) which are quickly converted to ketones. It's a popular fat source in keto cooking.

How does the keto diet impact insulin levels?

The keto diet can lower insulin levels as it restricts carb intake. This can be beneficial for individuals with insulin resistance or diabetes.

What foods can I eat on a keto diet?

You can eat foods such as meat, fish, eggs, dairy, non-starchy vegetables, nuts, and healthy fats like avocados and olive oil.

Author Emily Williams

Keto Candied Bacon Jam Paninis

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I eat nuts on a keto diet?

Are there keto options for fast food breakfast?

Is coconut oil a healthy fat for a keto diet?

How does the keto diet impact insulin levels?

What foods can I eat on a keto diet?

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