Keto Bacon Mayonnaise Recipe - Ketofocus (2024)

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A recipe for bacon mayonnaise is one food everyone on the keto diet should learn how to make. Also called baconnaise, this spread is easy to make and full of bacon flavor.

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Nutrition Facts

8

Servings

246

Calories

26.8g

Fat

0.7g

Protein

0g

Net Carb

0g

Total Carbs

Low Carb Bacon Mayonnaise Recipe

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Instead of using traditional mayonnaise for your low carb sandwiches, wraps and dressing base, consider using bacon mayo. Bacon mayonnaise is creamy like regular mayo but it is bacon flavored.

Also called baconnaise, this is a keto condiment to make as long as you have saved up your leftover bacon grease from all bacon you fry every morning on your low carb diet.

What is bacon mayo made of?

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Bacon mayo is primarily made out of bacon grease and egg yolk. The egg yolk helps to form an emulsion. Vinegar or an acid like lemon juice is added to the egg yolk to help keep that emulsion together. Bacon grease is very slowly drizzled into the egg yolk while mixing constantly. If the bacon grease is added too quickly the emulsion can break and you will get an oily liquid instead of mayonnaise.

After all the bacon grease is added to the egg yolk and it has a mayo like consistency, you can add other ingredients to enhance the flavor of the bacon mayonnaise.

In this recipe, we add Dijon mustard. Consider adding any of the following to help liven up the flavor of your bacon mayo:

  • cayenne pepper
  • red pepper flakes
  • sriracha sauce
  • hot sauce
  • liquid smoke
  • minced red onion
  • minced garlic
  • bacon bits
  • chives

Keto Bacon Mayonnaise Ingredients

  • Keto Bacon Mayonnaise Recipe - Ketofocus (8) 2 egg yolks (room temperature)
  • Keto Bacon Mayonnaise Recipe - Ketofocus (9) 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • Keto Bacon Mayonnaise Recipe - Ketofocus (10) 1 cup liquid bacon grease
  • Keto Bacon Mayonnaise Recipe - Ketofocus (11) 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • Keto Bacon Mayonnaise Recipe - Ketofocus (12) pinch of salt

Keto Bacon Mayo Directions

  • STEP

    1

    Add yolks & ACV

    Add yolks and apple cider vinegar to a food processor and pulse to combine.

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  • STEP

    2

    Drizzle the grease

    Very, very slowly drizzle in the liquid bacon grease with the food processor on.

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  • STEP

    3

    Keep going

    Continue slowly adding all the bacon grease.

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    4

    Time for the dijon

    Add dijon mustard and salt. Mix to combine.

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Methods for making bacon mayo

My preferred method for making bacon mayonnaise is to use a food processor to mix the egg yolk and bacon grease together. This mini food processor by Cuisinart is my favorite. It has a tiny hole on the top to help slowly drizzle in the liquid bacon grease.

If you don’t have a food processor, you can use an immersion blender or a good ol’ whisk and use your hands to make the baconnaise.

How to store bacon grease?

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After frying bacon, strain your bacon grease through a fine mesh strainer to get all the cooked bacon bits out. Store in a stainless steel container or glass jar.

Bacon grease will stay fresh in the refrigerator for about six months as long as all the meat has been removed. You can also freeze bacon grease.

You can store leftover bacon grease at room temperature; however, it will go rancid faster. If storing at room temperature, keep the bacon grease in a dark, tightly sealed container and strain the bacon bits out to maximize freshness.

I use a strainer and pour the bacon grease into a small glass mason jar. Or you can use one of these nifty bacon grease containers with a built in strainer that you can purchase. It is made out of stainless steel to keep light and heat from causing the fat to go rancid.

If you notice an unpleasant odor, the bacon grease has gone bad and should be thrown out.

Keto Bacon Mayo: FAQS

Is bacon mayo carnivore diet approved?

If you are on an all meat diet like the carnivore diet, bacon mayonnaise is one condiment you can enjoy and slather on everything. I recommend still using the apple cider vinegar to help keep the emulsion together; however, you can omit the Dijon mustard from the recipe if you are eating carnivore keto.

How many carbs are in bacon mayo?

0 carbs... the answer is 0 or no carbs! This goes for net and total carbs. Enjoy!

How do I store the bacon mayo in the fridge?

I use a glass mason jar. If you prefer squeezable bottles, they are available on Amazon and at most grocery stores.

Nutritional information & Macros

Nutrition Information

Keto Bacon Mayo

Servings: 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 246
Fat 26.8g
Protein 0.7g
Total Carbs 0g
Net Carbs 0g

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  1. How do you store this?

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    1. It will keep in the refrigerator in a tightly sealed container for up to a month.

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      1. Doesn’t it become really solid in the fridge?

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        1. No, it sets up like regular mayo where the yolk helps to emulsify the oil.

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  2. Won’t the “Mayo” break after the bacon fat becomes solids again?

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    1. Nope, it stays in this emulsified state

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  3. What do you use this for? It melts on anything warm. I did mix some tuna to make tuna salad but what other ideas are out there?

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    1. I use it on chaffle sandwiches.

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    2. Deviled eggs or chicken salad? anywhere you’d use regular mayo I suppose.

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    3. Devilled eggs!!
      Chicken salad

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  4. It didn’t work using an immersion blender, to liquidy. Will try again.

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    1. Sometimes you have to have the perfect speed to keep the emulsion from breaking. Try adding another yolk if that happens.

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  5. I only had 1/2 cup of bacon grease so I used avocado oil for the other half. This worked perfectly with my immersion blender. The avo baconnaise is delicous!

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    1. I made this exactly as written and it came out with a very nice consistency, but then solidified once I put it in the fridge. Any ideas?

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      1. try 1 yolk instead of 2. also if it’s too thick, slowly whip in some warm water. Like a teaspoon at a time

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  6. Recipe was perfection!!! ? Thanks for sharing!! I used 1/2 melted butter & 1/2 bacon fat for more of a hollandaise sauce mayo. Was utterly delish! My kiddo loved it. (We also added an extra teas of lemon + vinegar, because we like it on the tangier side) Just what we’re used to. 😉

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  7. Oh my! I am thankful you posted this recipe! I love it! Turned out exactly as Mayo should be. Last commenter used half bacon grease and half butter.. I think I will try that next.

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  8. My emulsion broke using 1 cup of bacon grease. I think 1/2 or 3/4 cup would have been better.

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  9. What is the serving size?

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    1. 2 tablespoons

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  10. I tried making this and had two failures. First time round I used an emersion blender and the second time I used a food processor. Both times it became soupy, never getting thick like a mayo. Any advice? I was so bummed when it didn’t work.

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    1. It sounds like you emulsion keeps breaking. You have to all the oil slowly to the egg yolk while mixing.

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  11. So I’ve tried this twice, failed twice. I used the food processor, drizzled slowly the liquid (Luke warm not hot) bacon grease and I could never get it to combine properly. I’d love some thoughts.

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  12. So delicious! I used my immersion blender at the second speed, there’s only two. It worked so wonderfully. Thank you for sharing this recipe. ☺️

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  13. Has anyone tried using the wisk attachment on a kitchen aid mixer to make this?

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    1. Good idea!

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How much bacon can I eat a day on keto? ›

Bacon is high in fat and protein, which makes it an excellent choice for people on a low-carb diet. To stay in ketosis, you should only eat about 3 ounces of bacon per day. This amount gives you enough fat to stay full while staying within the ketogenic diet's recommended range of macros.

What kind of bacon is good for keto? ›

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What is bacon mayonnaise made of? ›

By whipping up some rendered bacon fat with egg yolks, lemon, some mustard, salt, and pepper, you have made what is essentially a spreadable BLT. Once you have a jar of this stuff in your fridge, the possibilities are endless. Can you imagine the deviled eggs that this stuff would make?

How many eggs a day on a keto diet? ›

It's totally fine and safe to eat up to 6 eggs a day while on the keto diet. You can consume even more eggs per day occasionally, as long as you make sure that you eat your greens, healthy fats and proteins from other sources.

How much mayo is allowed on keto? ›

Mayonnaise can be a keto-friendly condiment as long as it's made with high-quality ingredients and doesn't contain added sugars or unhealthy oils. Enjoy mayo in moderation, keeping track of your overall fat intake to stay within your daily macronutrient goals.

What foods can I eat unlimited on keto? ›

Foods you can eat on the keto diet include fish and seafood, meat and poultry, non-starchy vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, and zucchini, avocados, berries, nuts and seeds, eggs, high-fat dairy products, olive oil and other oils, and high-cocoa chocolate.

Will bacon kick me out of ketosis? ›

If you've been asking —is bacon keto, we're here to tell you yes (and also encourage you to eat it). Among otherpork products, bacon is high in fat, making it in the ideal candidate for a keto-friendly, low carb breakfast.

What is dirty keto? ›

In essence, dirty keto is a variation of the keto diet (a high fat, moderate protein, low carb diet) that allows you to consume whatever you want as long as it meets your macro goals. While it still reduces carb intake, it does not pay attention to the nutritional value of the fats and protein consumed.

What cheese is good for keto? ›

You can eat high fat foods like cheese on the Keto diet. Cheddar, Gouda, goat cheese, and blue cheese are the best to consider. Cheese to avoid on Keto are cottage cheese and low fat and processed varieties.

Is cottage cheese keto? ›

While cottage cheese is known for its high protein content, it also contains a relatively high amount of carbs and not that much fat, making it a less-than-ideal choice for keto. A ½-cup serving of cottage cheese contains 88 calories, 2.4 g of fat, 4.5 g of carbs, and 11.6 g of protein, per the USDA.

Is bacon and eggs OK on keto diet? ›

Bacon and eggs is a staple ketogenic breakfast for many people on the keto diet, so I figured I'd add this in here to really let you take it to the next level! The key to great scrambled eggs is to never overcook, and always add more richness to them.

Is bacon grease ok on keto? ›

It's soft at room temperature and very “butter-like” out of the fridge. Transform leftover bacon grease into delectable bacon mayonnaise - a flavorful keto accompaniment to sandwiches, dips, dressings and more.

Does bacon and mayo work? ›

Yes they do, especially when the mayo is applied to toast, with lettuce and tomato added to the bacon.

How long does baconnaise last? ›

Homemade Baconnaise should last for one week in the refrigerator. Do not freeze! Recipe makes about 1.5 cups of mayonnaise. Serving size 1 tablespoon = 24 servings.

Is Hellman's mayo OK for keto? ›

Answer: At less than 1 g of net carbs, Hellman's mayonnaise is great for keto. When it comes to condiments, America's favorite is Hellman's mayonnaise. Keto eaters love it because it's low in carbs, high in good fat, and makes keto recipes delicious.

Is Miracle Whip or mayo better for keto? ›

The primary thing is, ketogenic-approved condiments should not contain any added sugar. Some preferred condiments include hot sauce and ketchup which do not have any added sugar, mayonnaise, yellow mustard, high-fat salad dressings, and Worcestershire sauce (6). There is a reason why Miracle Whip is not on this list.

Is Dukes mayo OK for keto? ›

Answer: Duke's Mayonnaise has zero carbs and is great for keto. Mayonnaise is the most popular condiment in America. Although Duke's isn't the best-selling mayo brand, it may just have the most passionate fans, especially in the keto community.

Is Kraft Mayo OK for keto? ›

Our mayo is perfect for adding savory flavor to sandwiches, salads and more. Keto friendly and great for those following a low carb lifestyle, you'll feel good about adding our real mayonnaise to all your favorite appetizers and entrees. You can also try adding creamy Kraft mayo on sandwiches and hamburgers.

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