This bacon aioli is a creamy and delicious condiment perfect for burgers, sandwiches, French fries, and more. It is ready to enjoy in mere minutes and requires absolutely no cooking. Plus, it tastes fantastic on practically everything.
Serve on hamburgers like my blue cheese burger or bison burger, or dip with baked sweet potato fries or air fryer frozen French fries.
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This tasty aioli is creamy, completely addicting, and perfect for dipping. Seriously, can you ever go wrong when bacon is involved?
It's savory, smokey, and can be used in a ton of different ways. From burgers to fries and even pizza, this simple condiment will quickly become a staple in your home. All you need is a few ingredients and a food processor, and you are ready to get started!
🥘 Ingredients
With 4 basic ingredients plus some seasonings, you'll be ready to whip up some bacon aioli in a snap. Use high-quality ingredients for the best results.
- Mayonnaise - 1 cup of mayonnaise. I recommend using Hellman's, Duke's, or trying out my homemade recipe.
- Garlic - 1 tablespoon of minced garlic (about 3 cloves).
- Lemon Juice - 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. You can use fresh or store-bought.
- Seasonings - ¼ teaspoon of salt, pepper, and smoked paprika (or paprika).
- Bacon - ¼ cup of bacon, cooked and chopped into small pieces. This will be approximately 4 slices. You can cook it yourself or buy pre-cooked bacon.
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🔪 How To Make Bacon Aioli
Making aioli is literally just blending the ingredients together (so it is super easy!) You will need your food processor (or blender), your measuring utensils, a silicone spatula, and a Mason jar to store it in.
This recipe will make slightly more than 1 cup of aioli.
- Add. In the bowl of your food processor, add 1 cup (224 grams) of mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon (8 grams) of garlic, 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) of lemon juice, and ¼ teaspoon each of salt (1.5 grams), pepper (1.5 grams), and smoked paprika (0.5 grams).
- Blend. Pulse using 30-second increments until the ingredients are thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Stir. Stir in ¼ cup of cooked bacon and add more salt and pepper, if needed.
- Serve. Top your aioli with more bacon crumbles and serve immediately or store in the fridge for later.
🍴 What To Serve With
Add a schmear of your bacon aioli to some baked cheeseburgers, pinwheel sandwiches, or a chicken club sandwich! It also makes a great dipping sauce for air fryer French fries!
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💭 Angela's Pro Tips & Recipe Notes
- 4 slices of bacon is equivalent to ¼ cup of chopped bacon.
- Use high-quality mayonnaise since it acts as the base of your aioli. I enjoy using Duke's or Hellman's for store-bought options, or you can try out my homemade mayonnaise!
- When cooking the bacon beforehand, I recommend making it nice and crispy for the best results.
🥡 Storing
Keep your bacon aioli stored in a sealed container in the fridge for a maximum of 1 week. Do not freeze.
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❓ Recipe FAQs
Sure! A blender would be another fantastic option to ensure a smooth consistency. You could also whisk everything together by hand, but it won't be nearly as smooth.
No, I don't recommend freezing your aioli. Since mayonnaise is an emulsion, it tends to separate when thawed, and you will lose the creamy texture.
Sure! Traditional aioli is actually a combination of garlic and olive oil and doesn't use mayonnaise at all. While this is an easy substitution, it will alter the flavor and consistency of your aioli.
🫙 More Amazing Homemade Condiments
- Chipotle Aioli - For a zesty aioli variation, try out this recipe that features Chipotle seasoning and Chipotle peppers!
- Honey Mustard Sauce - A sweet and tangy condiment that can be used for dipping or sandwiches.
- Honey BBQ Sauce - A slightly sweet sauce that's perfect for wings, ribs, or grilled meat.
- Balsamic Glaze - Sweetened and thickened balsamic vinegar makes a fantastic addition to pizza, salads, meat, and more.
- Cheese Sauce For Vegetables - Enjoy your favorite veggies with this gooey and delicious cheese sauce.
- Big Mac Sauce - A household favorite for any variety of burgers.
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📖 Recipe Card
Bacon Aioli
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon each, salt & pepper (to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (or paprika)
- ¼ cup bacon (cooked and chopped into small pieces)
(Note: 2x or 3x only changes the ingredient list)
Instructions
- In the bowl of your food processor, add 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon garlic, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, ¼ teaspoon each, salt & pepper, and ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika.
- Pulse using 30-second increments until the ingredients are thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Stir in ¼ cup bacon and add more salt and pepper, if needed.
- Top your aioli with more bacon crumbles and serve immediately or store in the fridge for later.
Notes
- 4 slices of bacon is equivalent to ¼ cup of chopped bacon.
- Use high-quality mayonnaise since it acts as the base of your aioli. I enjoy using Duke's or Hellman's for store-bought options, or you can try out my homemade mayonnaise!
- When cooking the bacon beforehand, I recommend making it nice and crispy for the best results.
- To store: Keep your bacon aioli stored in a sealed container in the fridge for a maximum of 1 week.
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