The Ultimate Spicy Bacon Cheeseburger with Jalapeño Jam

Ingredients

- 1 lb ground hamburger meat
- 4 hamburger buns
- 8 slices of cheese (your choice, e.g., cheddar or American)
- 1/2 cup onion jam
- 8 slices of bacon
- 2 jalapeños, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Kamado Joe: Start by preheating your Kamado Joe to a medium-high heat, about 400°F. Make sure to use charcoal for that authentic smoky flavor.

2. Cook the Bacon: In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Once done, place the bacon on a paper towel to drain excess fat. Reserve a tablespoon of the bacon fat for flavor.

3. Form and Season the Patties: In a bowl, take the ground hamburger meat and season with salt and pepper. Divide it into 4 equal portions and form patties that are slightly larger than your buns as they will shrink during cooking.

4. Grill the Patties: Place the patties on the preheated Kamado Joe. Grill for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip them and immediately lay 2 slices of cheese on each patty. Continue to grill for another 3-4 minutes, or until they reach your desired doneness.

5. Toast the Buns: In the last few minutes of cooking, add the hamburger buns, cut side down, to the grill. Toast them until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.

6. Add the Jalapeños: If desired, place the sliced jalapeños directly on the grill for a minute to slightly char them, enhancing their flavor.

7. Assemble the Burgers: On each toasted bun bottom, spread a generous tablespoon of onion jam. Add the cheeseburger patty topped with crispy bacon, followed by jalapeño slices. Finish with the top bun.

8. Serve: Serve your spicy bacon cheeseburgers hot, and enjoy with your favorite side!

Preparation Time

PT15M

15 minutes

Cooking Time

PT20M

20 minutes

Total Time

PT35M

35 minutes

Type of dish

Main Course

Keywords

Spicy, Bacon Cheeseburger, Grilled, Kamado Joe, Barbecue, Quick Meal, Comfort Food, Jalapeño, Burger Recipe, Hamburger

Recipe Yield

4 burgers

Calories

2400 calories total (approximately 600 calories per burger)