Bacon Jam Burger Recipe
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Ingredients
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Burger Patties
Bacon Jam
Burger Assembly
Method
Prepare the Bacon Jam
- 1
Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, reserving some fat in the skillet.
- 2
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the crispy bacon, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, black pepper, chili flakes, and water to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- 4
Simmer
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- 5
Blend
Once thickened, remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Blend the mixture until smooth (or leave it chunky if preferred). Set aside.
Prepare the Burger Patties
- 6
- 7
Form Patties
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty.
- 8
Assemble the Burgers
- 9
Melt the Cheese
During the last minute of cooking the patties, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover to melt.
- 10
Toast the Buns
Lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
- 11
Build the Burger
On the bottom half of each bun, layer lettuce, the cooked patty with melted cheese, a slice of tomato, pickles, and a generous spoonful of bacon jam. Top with the other half of the bun.

