If you’re looking for a great burger, Bacon Jam Burgers with jalapenos are ready to take your backyard grilling to a whole new level. We’re talking juicy burger patties, crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and a warm, bacon-infused jam that takes it over the top.
Thanks to Omaha Steaks and their high-quality beef patties, this is one of my favorite ways to upgrade a backyard barbecue. If you’re all about savory bacon jam and melty cheese stacked high between a toasty bun, you’re in the right place.
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Table of Contents
- Why You’ll Love a Jalapeño Bacon Jam Burger
- Bacon Onion Jam Burger Ingredients Roundup
- Most Anticipated Grill of 2025
- How can I order Smashburgers from Omaha Steaks?
- How to Make Jalapeno Bacon Jam Burgers
- What to Serve with Jalapeño Bacon Jam Burgers
- Leftover Suggestions & Reheating Instructions
- More fun with Bacon!
- Bacon Jam Burger FAQs
- HONEY INFUSED. FLAME PERFECTED.
- Bacon Jam Burgers Recipe
Why You’ll Love a Jalapeño Bacon Jam Burger
It’s hard to beat a delicious burger stacked with crispy bacon, juicy beef, and melty cheese. But hold my beer. Layer on a sweet, smoky bacon jam with caramelized red onions and jalapeños, and you’re definitely hitting a whole new flavor profile.
The maple syrup and brown sugar give the bacon mixture a rich, sweet edge—all while the jalapeños add just the right kick without overpowering the flavor of the meat. Toss all that goodness between toasted brioche buns, and you’re undoubtedly looking at one of the best burgers you’ll ever pull off the grill.
If you’re craving more bacon and burger action, also check out a few more favorites: BBQ Bacon Burger, Mega Bacon Cheeseburger, Red, White & Bleu Cheese Bacon Burger, and Twisted & Smashed Bacon Cheeseburger.
Bacon Onion Jam Burger Ingredients Roundup
- Beef – Order some premium ground meat. Omaha Steaks Smashburger Patties is definitely the way to go. We’re keeping the seasoning simple with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and a little beef tallow to help with that juicy sear.
- Jalapeño Bacon Jam – Pick up a pound of bacon (even if you don’t use all of it), red onions, jalapeños, neutral oil, maple syrup, brown sugar, and a pinch of kosher salt.
- Burger – Pick up some nice burger buns (I’m a big fan of a good brioche bun), slices of cheddar cheese, and a little ranch dressing if you want to stack on even more flavor.
Now that you’ve got everything you need, you can jump straight to the full recipe card or stick around while we walk through the simple steps.
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How can I order Smashburgers from Omaha Steaks?
Want to get your hands on some premium Omaha Steaks Smash Burgers? You can order them straight from their website through the link. They’ve got a ton of awesome options, so make sure to check it all out. It’s an easy way to level up your backyard barbecues with top-quality meat, because who doesn’t want the best burger, every single freakin’ time?
How to Make Jalapeno Bacon Jam Burgers
Fire up the Grill
First, I preheat my FYR Grill to medium-high heat, around 350F. Next, I’ll place a cast-iron skillet (plancha) over direct heat a few minutes before cooking starts.
Jalapeño Bacon Jam
Next up, add your bacon and cook until it’s crispy. Then, pull the bacon out, letting the excess grease drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Crumble the bacon into small pieces after cooling.
Next, heat neutral oil in the same skillet with the leftover bacon drippings. Toss in the sliced red onions and jalapeños. Season with a pinch of kosher salt and then cook low and slow over medium heat until the onions are deep brown and caramelized. This takes about 45–60 minutes.
Stir in brown sugar halfway through to deepen the color. When the onions are close to jam-like consistency, go ahead and add your maple syrup and crumbled bacon. Finally, mix everything together and then pull off the heat.
Burger Time
Now it’s time for the bacon jam burgers. First, if you didn’t buy the pre-formed Omaha Steaks patties, divide your meat into equal portions. Lightly season the sides of each patty with kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Place a handful of ground beef on the plancha or large nonstick skillet. Top with a sprinkle of diced onion if you like. Cover with parchment paper and smash each ball firmly with a spatula, spreading it out evenly. Cook the first side for about 2–3 minutes until crispy.
Carefully flip each burger patty and season the new side. While each burger cooks, top with a slice of cheddar cheese and let it melt, another 1–2 minutes. Once the melty cheese is perfect, pull the burger patties off and let them rest.
Toast your bottom bun and top bun over the flames. Build your burger by stacking a patty (or two), a spoonful of jalapeño bacon jam, and a drizzle of ranch (or more maple syrup!) if you like. Top with the other bun and serve hot. Every bite is packed with so much flavor it’ll become your new favorite burger. Cheers!
What to Serve with Jalapeño Bacon Jam Burgers
You can’t go wrong with sweet potato fries, a fresh express salad kit, or even a side of crispy onion rings. If you want to keep the bacon theme strong, a few slices of crispy bacon or a spoonful of extra warm bacon jam on the side will take it next level.
Leftover Suggestions & Reheating Instructions
If you have leftover bacon jam, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days. Reheat the bacon jam gently over low heat in a large skillet to bring it back to life without burning the sugars.
For leftover burgers, wrap them in foil and toss them on the indirect side of a medium heat grill for 4–6 minutes to warm them up without drying them out. You can also use an air fryer for 5 minutes at 350F for a quick crisp.
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Bacon Jam Burger FAQs
Absolutely. Making the bacon jam a day ahead saves you time and lets the flavors get even deeper. Just store it in an airtight container in the fridge.
Totally. Sharp cheddar cheese, blue cheese, or even a slice of American cheese will all melt beautifully and add great flavor to these bacon jam burgers.
The key is not to press the burger patty after the first smash. Smash once, let the first side cook for 2–3 minutes, then flip. It locks in the juices for a juicy cheeseburger every time.
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Bacon Jam Burgers
Ingredients
Beef:
- 6-8 Omaha Steak Smashburger Patties
- 1.5 tbsp Kosher Salt
- 1.5 tbsp Black Pepper
- 1.5 tbsp Garlic Powder
- Beef Tallow as needed
Jalapeno Bacon Jam:
- 6-8 slices Bacon crumbled
- 2 cups Sliced Red Onions
- 1 medium Jalapeno sliced
- 2 tbsp Maple Syrup
- 1.5 tbsp Brown Sugar
- 2 tbsp Neutral Oil
- Kosher Salt to taste
Burger:
- 6-8 Burger Buns
- 6-8 slices Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
Jalapeno Bacon Jam:
- Preheat your grill to medium high heat (about 350F) for direct cooking. Add a cast iron skillet to the grill 2 minutes before cooking.
- Add your bacon to the skillet and cook to your desired crispiness. Pull off and then crumble into small bits.
- To the skillet with the bacon grease, add your thinly sliced onions and jalapenos. Season the onions with salt and pepper and begin cooking on a medium heat until they are caramelized (dark brown). This should take about 45-60 minutes to achieve.
- Add brown sugar half way through to deepen the color. When the onions are close to done, add in the maple syrup and crumbled bacon. Mix together and pull off.
Burgers:
- Grab a pack of Omaha Steaks Smash Patties and open them up. If you don't have the premade patties, then grab some ground beef (around 1/4 lbs… ish) and gently roll it into a ball. Repeat this for 6-8 balls or until you’re out of meat. Place them in the fridge until ready to cook.
- Add a cast iron skillet or plancha over the flames to preheat until it's slightly smoking. Add a burger patty (or ball) to the skillet. Place a piece of parchment over the top and then firmly press with the spatula until the burger is “smashed” on the skillet.
- Next, season the patty with salt pepper and garlic. Let cook for another 1-2 minutes. Carefully flip the burger patty over and then season the new side with salt, pepper and garlic. Top with a slice of cheese and let melt for 1-2 minutes. Once melted, pull off and rest. Repeat for the rest of your patties.
- Toast your buns then build your burger with the bun and 1-2 burger patties. Then add the jalapeño bacon jam and an extra drizzle of maple syrup (if you want). Top with the other half of the bun, serve and enjoy!
