Bacon Onion Jam Burger (Sweet and Savory Burger)

If you're a sweet and savory kinda person, this is your kind of burger! This juicy bacon onion jam burger is sweet from the brown sugar, maple caramelized onions and salty from the bacon and cheese. The Gruyère cheese gives it a slight nutty flavor with a french onion soup kind of vibe, so it's far from basic. If you're looking for a basic burger recipe, I'm not the gal to give ya one!

My beef banh mi burger is another favorite that is far from basic. If you want something everyone can enjoy, my ham and swiss sliders are a crowd favorite!

Why you'll love this Bacon Onion Jam Burger

• Restaurant-quality burger at home.
• Customizable.
• Perfect for an elevated night in!
• Sweet, savory, and filling to hit all the cravings!

Ingredients

Bacon Onion Jam

• Onion: Yellow or sweet onions work best for caramelizing!
• Bacon: For more of a bite and chew, I use thick cut.
• Black pepper: Adds a subtle kick to the sweetness.
• Garlic cloves: For additional garlicky flavor.
• Maple syrup: Use real maple syrup for the best taste and consistency.
• Brown sugar: Thickens and sweetens the jam.

Burger

• Ground beef: 80/20 or 90/10 work great!
• Salt and pepper: The burger patty is simple here, so season well with salt and pepper for the best flavor!
• Cheese: Gruyère or Swiss pairs well and melts beautifully.

To assemble

• Burger buns: Brioche or potato buns are my favorite here!
• Arugula: For a peppery bite.
• Burger sauce: Use your favorite homemade or store bought burger sauce!

See recipe card for quantities.

How to Make Bacon Onion Jam Burgers

To make the bacon onion jam:

1. In a large pan over medium-low, add bacon. Sauté until the bacon fat renders down. Add onions and sauté until slightly caramelized. Stir in garlic cloves and cook until fragrant and softened.
2. Stir in maple syrup, brown sugar, and black pepperm to taste. Bring to a gentle boil until jam begins thickening. Remove from heat and set aside. The jam will thicken slightly more as it cools.

To make the burger patties:

1. Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and gently form them into ¾ inch thick patties. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Heat a cast iron skillet or grill to medium-high. Cook the patties on one side for 3-4 minutes without moving them, to create a nice crust. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes or until preferred doneness.
3. In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of Gruyère cheese on each patty and cover with a lid until melted. Remove from heat.

To assemble:

1. To a toasted bun, add some burger sauce, followed by a burger patty, bacon onion jam, and arugula. Top with more burger sauce as desired and enjoy warm!

Other recipes to try:

• Meal Prep Burger Bowl
• Pineapple Teriyaki Meatballs
• Butternut Squash Flatbread
• Hibachi Bowl Recipe

Print Recipe

Bacon Onion Jam Burger

This bacon onion jam burger takes your ordinary restaurant burger to another level! The bacon onion jam adds a sweet and savory element that elevates the juicy beef patties, giving you a mouthful of flavor in every bite.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time20 minutes mins

Total Time30 minutes mins

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Servings: 4

Calories: 644kcal

Ingredients

Bacon onion jam

• 1 large onion diced
• ½ lb thick cut bacon diced
• Black pepper to taste
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• ¼ cup brown sugar

Burger patties

• 1 lb ground beef
• salt to taste
• black pepper to taste
• Gruyère cheese as desired

To assemble

• Burger buns
• Arugula for topping
• Burger sauce as desired

Instructions

To make the bacon onion jam:

• In a large pan over medium-low, add bacon. Sauté until the bacon fat renders down. Add onions and sauté until slightly caramelized. Stir in garlic cloves and cook until fragrant and softened.
• Stir in maple syrup, brown sugar, and black pepperm to taste. Bring to a gentle boil until jam begins thickening. Remove from heat and set aside. The jam will thicken slightly more as it cools.

To make the burger patties:

• Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and gently form them into ¾ inch thick patties. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
• Heat a cast iron skillet or grill to medium-high. Cook the patties on one side for 3-4 minutes without moving them, to create a nice crust. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes or until preferred doneness.
• In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of Gruyère cheese on each patty and cover with a lid until melted. Remove from heat.

To assemble:

• To a toasted bun, add some burger sauce, followed by a burger patty, bacon onion jam, and arugula. Top with more burger sauce as desired and enjoy warm!

Nutrition

Calories: 644kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 118mg | Sodium: 458mg | Potassium: 528mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 3mg