Jalapeño Popper Smashburgers with Bacon Jam
Ingredients
- 8 oz.bacon
chopped into bits
- 1 largeyellow onion
finely chopped
- 2 tbsp.unsalted butter
- ½ tsp.sea salt
- 1jalapeño
chopped
- ½ cstrawberry preserves
or jam
- 1 ½ lbs.ground beef
- to tastesalt
- 2jalapeños
thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp.butter
or olive oil
- burger buns
toasted
- whipped cream cheese
softened
- sliced havarti cheese
Directions
To make the bacon jam:
- 1
In a large skillet, sauté the chopped bacon until crispy and browned, about 8-9 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the cooked bacon to a bowl.
- 2
Pour out the bacon grease in the sink with running warm water.
- 3
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and butter, then season with salt. Saute for 8-10 minutes. Add 1/4 cup water and stir until evaporated. Add the chopped jalapeños and continue cooking until the onions are caramelized, about 10-15 more minutes.
- 4
Reduce heat to LOW. Stir in the strawberry preserves and cooked bacon. Remove from heat and set aside.
To make the jalapeno popper smashburgers:
- 1
Toast the burger buns. Set aside.
- 2
In a large skillet over medium high heat, add butter or olive oil to grease the skillet.
- 3
Add a few jalapeños slices and burger patties. Season with salt. Place a square of parchment paper on top, then smash as flat as possible. Cook for 1 minute, then flip and add sliced havarti cheese to cook another 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Layer the bottom of the toasted burger buns with softened whipped cream cheese, then the cheese smashburgers and bacon jam to sandwich with the top toasted bun. Enjoy warm!
Jalapeño Popper Smashburgers with Bacon Jam
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About this Recipe
Craving a burger that's anything but basic? These Jalapeño Popper Smashburgers with Bacon Jam are a flavor explosion, combining the best of a creamy, spicy appetizer with the irresistible char of a classic smashburger you can make at home.
This recipe excels by layering bold flavors and textures. The sweet and savory bacon jam brings incredible depth, while the fresh jalapeño and creamy whipped cream cheese deliver that signature popper tang. Smashing the ground beef creates an incredibly juicy patty with a perfect crust, ensuring every bite is sensational.
Prepare for a symphony of tastes: a juicy, well-seasoned beef patty with wonderfully crisped edges, complemented by the rich, slightly smoky sweetness of homemade bacon jam. Melty havarti cheese and cool, softened whipped cream cheese provide a luxurious, tangy counterpoint, balanced by the vibrant kick of fresh jalapeño slices. Each element works in harmony, delivering a gourmet burger experience that's both comforting and exciting, with a satisfying balance of creamy, crunchy, sweet, and spicy notes.
Feel free to tailor these smashburgers to your liking. If you prefer less heat, remove the seeds and membranes from the fresh jalapeño slices. For a different flavor profile in your bacon jam, experiment with other fruit preserves like fig or apricot instead of strawberry. While havarti is wonderfully creamy, cheddar or Monterey Jack would also make excellent melting cheese choices.
These elevated smashburgers are perfect for a weekend barbecue, a fun weeknight dinner, or impressing guests. Serve them simply with a side of crispy fries or a fresh green salad to let the burger truly shine.