Ultimate Smashburger with Jalapeño Bacon Jam
This incredible smashburger combines the perfect crusty patty with a sweet and spicy jalapeño bacon jam that takes it to the next level.
The combination of the specially crafted burger sauce and the caramelized bacon jam creates an unforgettable flavor experience that might just be the best burger you’ve ever tasted.
Ingredients
For the Jalapeño Bacon Jam:
- 6-8 strips thick-cut bacon
- 3 jalapeños, finely diced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup bourbon (optional)
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- Smoked paprika
- All-purpose seasoning (salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder)
For the Burger Sauce:
- 1/4 cup Duke’s mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons sweet relish
- Worcestershire sauce to taste
- Smoked paprika
- All-purpose seasoning
For the Burgers:
- 1 lb 80/20 ground beef
- 2 brioche buns
- 4-8 slices deli-style American cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt
- All-purpose seasoning
Preparation Time
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 2 burgers
Step 1: Make the Jalapeño Bacon Jam
Chop bacon into small pieces.
Dice jalapeños and onion finely.
Step 2: Cook the Bacon Jam
Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then remove with slotted spoon.
Add diced onions and jalapeños to the bacon fat, cooking until caramelized (about 10 minutes).
Step 3: Complete the Jam
Add remaining jam ingredients and simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
Step 4: Prepare Burger Sauce
Mix all burger sauce ingredients in a bowl until well combined.
Step 5: Form and Cook the Burgers
Form 4-ounce beef balls and season with salt.
Toast brioche buns in butter until golden brown.
Step 6: Smash and Cook Burgers
Smash beef balls on hot griddle, season with all-purpose seasoning.
Cook until crusty, flip, and top with American cheese.
Step 7: Assemble
Spread bacon jam on bottom bun and burger sauce on top bun.
Stack two patties with cheese and close the burger.
