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Savory Blackstone Smash Burgers Recipe with Caramelized Onion Bacon Jam for Perfect Juicy Flavor

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This recipe delivers juicy smash burgers with a crispy crust, topped with a sweet and smoky caramelized onion bacon jam. Perfect for quick, flavorful meals and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef, 80/20 blend
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to season
  • Cheddar cheese slices (optional)
  • Soft burger buns (potato or brioche), lightly toasted
  • 6 strips thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water
  • Optional toppings: pickles, leafy lettuce or arugula, tomato slices, homemade or store-bought sauces (e.g., smoky aioli, copycat Chick-fil-A sauce)

Instructions

  1. Make the Bacon Jam: Cook chopped bacon in a cast iron skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving rendered fat in the pan.
  2. Add sliced onions to the bacon fat, stirring to coat. Cook on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until onions are golden and soft, about 20-25 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle brown sugar over onions and stir, then add cooked bacon back in.
  4. Pour in apple cider vinegar and water to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Simmer until thickened to jam-like consistency, about 10 minutes. Season with black pepper and transfer to a bowl to cool.
  5. Prepare the Burgers: Preheat Blackstone griddle on high heat for 10 minutes.
  6. Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions, loosely rolled into balls (~4 oz / 115 g each).
  7. Place beef balls on hot griddle and immediately smash down firmly with spatula into thin patties about 4 inches wide. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  8. Cook patties for 2-3 minutes on first side until deep brown crust forms. Flip patties, add cheese slices if using, and cook another 1-2 minutes until melted and cooked through.
  9. Toast burger buns on griddle for 30 seconds to 1 minute until lightly browned.
  10. Assemble Burgers: Spread bacon jam on bottom bun, add smash burger patty, top with extra caramelized onions if desired, pickles, lettuce, and tomato slices. Finish with top bun.
  11. Serve immediately while hot and juicy.

Notes

Use a hot cooking surface and smash patties firmly just once to get a crispy crust. Don’t press down repeatedly to avoid squeezing out juices. Caramelize onions low and slow for best flavor. Bacon jam can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 5 days. For gluten-free, use appropriate buns or lettuce wraps and check sauces for gluten.

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Keywords: smash burgers, Blackstone griddle, bacon jam, caramelized onions, juicy burgers, quick dinner, burger recipe

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