Ultimate Brunch Burger with Jalapeño Bacon Jam
This indulgent brunch burger combines the best of breakfast and lunch with two perfectly smashed beef patties, topped with a sunny-side-up egg and homemade jalapeño bacon jam.
The combination of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors makes this burger an unforgettable treat that’s perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
For the Jalapeño Bacon Jam:
- 10 slices bacon
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3-6 jalapeños, diced (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- All-purpose seasoning to taste
For the Burgers:
- 1 lb 80/20 ground beef
- 2 brioche hamburger buns
- 4-8 slices deli-style American cheese
- 2 eggs
- All-purpose seasoning
- Beef bouillon powder
- Butter for cooking
- Mayo and ketchup for serving
Preparation Time
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 2 burgers
Step 1: Make the Jalapeño Bacon Jam
Add bacon to a cold skillet and cook until fat is rendered and bacon is crispy.
Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and add diced onions and jalapeños to the bacon fat.
Step 2: Complete the Jam
Add brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, garlic, smoked paprika, and seasonings.
Cook until reduced and thickened, then add bacon back in and simmer for 5-10 minutes until jam consistency is reached.
Step 3: Prepare the Burger Patties
Divide 80/20 ground beef into four equal portions and form into balls.
Flatten each ball into thin patties and season with all-purpose seasoning and beef bouillon powder.
Step 4: Cook the Burgers
Heat skillet with butter and cook patties until crusty on both sides.
Add American cheese to each patty and stack two patties together.
Step 5: Assemble the Burger
Spread jalapeño bacon jam on bottom bun.
Cook egg sunny-side up and add mayo and ketchup to top bun.
Stack cheese-covered patties on bottom bun and top with fried egg.
