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Bacon Jam Cheeseburger Sliders

Savory sliders made with seasoned beef patties, melted cheese, and rich sweet bacon jam—perfect-sized bites bursting with flavor and heart.
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Ingredients
  

For the Burger Patties

  • 2  lb ground chuck 80/20
  • 1  Tbsp salt
  • 1  Tbsp black pepper
  • 1  Tbsp garlic powder

For the Bacon Jam

  • 1  lb bacon chopped
  • 1 white onion diced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • ½  cup brown sugar
  • ¼  cup bourbon
  • ¼  cup apple cider vinegar
  • ½  cup maple syrup

For Assembly

  • 6 –9 slices American cheese
  • Slider buns 6–8
  • Wagyu tallow or cooking spray

Instructions
 

  • Flatten ground chuck in a bowl. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Chill for 20 minutes to firm up and develop flavor.
  • Cook chopped bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove and drain half the fat. Sauté onion for 10 minutes, add garlic and cook 4–5 minutes more.
  • Return bacon, then add brown sugar, bourbon, vinegar, and maple syrup. Simmer 10–15 minutes until thick and jammy. Set aside to cool.
  • Preheat griddle to medium and grease. Cook patties 4–6 minutes per side. Add cheese after flipping and cook until melted and internal temp hits 160°F (71°C). Rest briefly.
  • Toast buns cut-side down on griddle until golden, 1–2 minutes.
  • Layer bottom bun, cheesy patty, a spoonful of bacon jam, and top bun. Slice and serve.