McCormick Bac'n Pieces Bacon Flavored Bits for Portable Picnic and Cookout Toppings, 4.4 oz
McCormick Bac'n Pieces Bacon Flavored Bits for Portable Picnic and Cookout Toppings, 4.4 oz
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Why you'll love it
- Meat-free soy-based formula lets vegetarians and vegans enjoy bacon-style flavor
- Kosher pareve certification fits religious dietary rules and mixed-dairy meals
- No added MSG and no high-fructose corn syrup addresses clean-label concerns
- Shelf-stable jar eliminates prep work compared to cooking and crumbling real bacon
- Highly versatile single ingredient works across breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks
- Pack-of-2 variant offers better value for frequent users and larger households
Perfect for
- Sprinkling on baked potatoes, salads, and soups as a crunchy topping
- Adding bacon-like flavor to vegetarian pasta, casseroles, and chowders
- Garnishing party foods like deviled eggs, dips, pizzas, tacos, and potato skins
- Mixing into egg, potato, or pasta salads for a salty bacony bite
- Storing in a table-side shaker to season everyday meals
Product Information
Delivers meaty bacon taste and crunchy texture
Made from soy flour; meat-free for vegetarian and vegan dishes
Keep a jar at the table to make all your meals full of flavor
Imitation bacon bits are a versatile topper for salads, soups and casseroles
Adds salty, bacony crunch to a baked potato, pizzas, tacos and deviled eggs
Certified Kosher pareve by the Orthodox Union
Bacon Flavored Bits are made from flavored textured soy flour to imitate the flavor and crunchy texture of bacon bits. So versatile ̶ they make a great topper for a baked potato, green salads, pasta dishes and so much more. McCormick Bac’n Pieces Bacon Flavored Bits deliver delicious meaty bacon taste to dishes like pasta and potato salads, casseroles and chowders. Make all your party foods full of flavor by sprinkling on dips, pizzas, tacos, deviled eggs and potato skins. Our Bacon Flavored Artificially Flavored Bits contain no added MSG and are made from soy flour, making them the perfect meat-free alternative for vegetarian and vegan dishes.
Ingredients
Ingredients: Textured Soy Flour, Canola Oil, Salt, Caramel Color, Maltodextrin, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Lactic Acid, Yeast Extract, Disodium Inosinate and Disodium Guanylate (Flavor Enhancers), and FDandC Red 40
Items Details
Diet Type: Kosher
Cuisine: American
Allergen Information: Soy
Specialty: high-fructose-corn-syrup-free, vegan, vegetarian
Global Trade Identification Number: 10052100010929
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the jar portable enough to pack for a picnic or cookout?
Yes. The 4.4 oz resealable shaker jar is compact and lightweight, making it easy to slip into a picnic basket, cooler bag, or camping supply tote for outdoor meals.
Will the jar hold up in a backpack or cooler without spilling?
Yes. The resealable shaker lid is designed to keep the bits contained during transport, so the jar can travel in a cooler, picnic pack, or camping bin without making a mess.
Does this work for vegetarian grilling and cookout menus?
Yes. You can sprinkle the bits onto grilled vegetables, veggie burgers, baked beans, and potato salads to add a smoky bacon-style finish to outdoor cookout spreads.
Can I use this for camping meals that need a quick flavor boost?
Yes. Because no cooking is required, the bits are ideal for camp-side dishes like instant baked potatoes, foil-packet meals, trail-style pasta salads, and campsite soups.
Is it shelf-stable enough to keep in an outdoor pantry or RV?
Yes. The jar is shelf-stable and does not require refrigeration, so it can be stored in an RV cabinet, cabin pantry, or outdoor kitchen for extended periods between trips.
Is this a good topping for an outdoor brunch buffet?
Yes. The shaker jar lets guests quickly add a savory, crunchy finish to brunch items like eggs, hash browns, and salads, which is convenient for self-serve outdoor buffets.
Can I use it to top a portable lunch on a hiking day?
Yes. Sprinkling bits into a wrap, grain bowl, or trail-style pasta salad adds protein-rich flavor without the need to keep anything cold or cooked on the trail.
Will this stay crunchy in outdoor heat?
Yes. The pre-toasted, crunchy texture is designed to maintain its bite at room temperature, so it will hold up well at outdoor events and warm-weather gatherings.
Is the jar durable enough for repeated outdoor trips?
Yes. The standard shaker jar is sturdy enough for normal outdoor handling, and the resealable cap protects the contents between uses when stored in a cooler or cabinet.
Does this help me serve a crowd at a backyard gathering without extra prep?
Yes. Because the bits are ready to use, you can set the jar out as a finishing topping for baked potatoes, salads, and grilled vegetables, which saves significant prep time when hosting outdoors.
How does this compare to bringing real cooked bacon to a campsite?
Unlike real bacon, McCormick Bac'n Pieces do not require a stove, grease disposal, or cooler space, making them a simpler and cleaner option for camp and cookout cooking.
Is this more convenient than carrying a separate vegan bacon alternative?
Yes. Many vegan bacon alternatives require cooking, marinating, or crisping, while these bits are ready to sprinkle, which is easier to manage in an outdoor environment with limited tools.
Could I use this at a kosher outdoor barbecue with mixed-dairy sides?
Yes. The product is certified Kosher pareve, meaning it can be used with both meat-style and dairy-style dishes according to kosher dietary rules, which is helpful at mixed outdoor menus.
What if I worry the jar will be awkward to pass around a large outdoor table?
The shaker design makes it easy to pass and use one-handed, and the value pack of 2 lets hosts set out multiple jars so guests at large outdoor tables do not have to wait their turn.
Is there a risk of the jar cracking in a cooler with ice?
Like most glass jars, it is best stored away from direct ice contact, but for cooler transport, wrapping the jar or placing it in a soft bag helps protect it during travel.
What if I need a bigger supply for a big outdoor event?
The value pack of 2 jars is a good option for larger gatherings, giving you extra topping capacity for potlucks, block parties, and multi-day camping trips.
How should I store McCormick Bac'n Pieces after opening?
After opening, simply reseal the shaker cap and store the jar in a cool, dry pantry. The product is shelf-stable and does not require refrigeration.
What are the best ways to use Bacon Flavored Bits in everyday cooking?
You can sprinkle them on baked potatoes, salads, soups, deviled eggs, dips, pizzas, tacos, and potato skins, or mix them into egg, potato, or pasta salads for a salty, bacony crunch.
Do I need to cook McCormick Bac'n Pieces before eating?
No. The bits come pre-toasted with a crunchy texture, so they are ready to use straight from the jar as a topping, mix-in, or garnish.
Are these Bacon Flavored Bits compatible with vegetarian and vegan diets?
Yes. They are made from textured soy flour with natural and artificial bacon flavor and contain no animal products, making them suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.
Are these Bacon Flavored Bits compatible with kosher and dairy meals?
Yes. The product is certified Kosher pareve by the Orthodox Union, which means it can be used with both meat-style and dairy-style dishes according to kosher dietary law.
What comes in the box when I order a single jar?
You receive one 4.4 oz resealable shaker jar of McCormick Bac'n Pieces Bacon Flavored Bits, ready to use with no additional setup or accessories required.
What is the difference between a value pack of 2 and a single jar?
A value pack of 2 includes two 4.4 oz jars, which offers better value per ounce and a longer-lasting supply for frequent users, larger households, and party hosts compared to a single jar purchase.
What is the difference between Bacon Flavored Bits and real cooked bacon?
Bacon Flavored Bits are a shelf-stable, plant-based topping made from textured soy flour, while real bacon is a pork product that requires cooking. The bits offer a similar salty, smoky flavor in a ready-to-use form without the prep, grease, or animal ingredients.
