Bacon Jam Chopped Cheese Sliders

May 14, 2025 • Tom Jackson

These Bacon Jam Chopped Cheese Sliders layer smoky-sweet bacon jam, juicy Creekstone Farms brisket-blend beef, and melty American cheese on pillowy Hawaiian rolls for the ultimate handheld bite. A dash of Heat Maverick’s Anti Gravity Hot Sauce adds gentle heat, while crisp romaine and fresh tomato brighten every mouthful. The recipe is built for quick griddle searing and low-and-slow simmering, all in under an hour—ideal for weeknight dinners, tailgates, or backyard gatherings. Fire up your griddle or tackle the cook entirely on the Yoder Smokers YS640s Pellet Grill to lock in wood-fired flavor with precision temperature control. Packed with bold, balanced flavors and straightforward prep, these sliders are destined to dominate any appetizer table.

Bacon Jam Chopped Cheese Sliders

Tom Jackson

Rated 5.0 stars by 1 users

Cuisine

American

Servings

12

Prep Time

15 minutes

Calories

340

Smoky bacon jam meets chopped-cheese goodness in these irresistible Hawaiian-roll sliders. Griddle them—or take advantage of the versatile Yoder Smokers YS640s Pellet Grill—for an easy crowd-pleaser that disappears fast.

Ingredients

12 hawaiian slider rolls
1 lb Creekstone Farms Brisket Blend Ground Beef
2 tbsp Cattleman’s Grill Lone Star Brisket Rub
2 tbsp Avocado Oil
1 cup yellow onion, diced
6 slices American cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 cup romaine lettuce
1/4 cup tomato, diced

Bacon jam:

8 oz bacon, sliced 1/2”
2 cups yellow onion, sliced 1/4” thick
1 tbsp Cattleman’s Grill California Tri-Tip Seasoning
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp Heat Maverick’s Anti Gravity Hot Sauce

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Directions

Preheat the Fusion Griddle. Low heat on one side. Medium-high heat on the other.
Place the bacon in a Lodge 10” Cast Iron Skillet and transfer to the hot side of the griddle. Cook, stirring frequently until lightly browned. Remove from the skillet using a slotted spoon. Drain bacon on paper towels. Discard all but two tablespoons bacon fat.
Add the sliced onions and Cattleman’s Grill California Tri-Tip Seasoning to the skillet. Cook until translucent, about 5-10 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients. Bring to a simmer. Return the cooked bacon to the skillet. Cook over low heat until the mixture is syrupy. Transfer to a blender or food processor and process to desired consistency.
Place the ground beef and onions on the hot side of the griddle. Season with Cattleman’s Grill Lone Star Brisket Rub. Sear the bottom side of the beef.
When the beef is seared, flip and top with cheese. Chop the mixture and toss and turn.
Simultaneously, on the cool side of the griddle, toast the slider buns.
To assemble, add mayonnaise to the bottom slab of buns. Top with the bacon jam and spread evenly. Add the chopped beef mixture. Top with the lettuce and tomatoes, then the top slider buns.

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Recipe Note

Summer Grilling Insights

Bacon Jam Chopped Cheese Sliders

Leverage two-zone heat for speed and control. Sear the beef and onions on the hot side of your griddle or grill while the cooler zone gently toasts the Hawaiian rolls—perfect for juggling multiple tasks during a busy summer cookout.
Prep the bacon jam in advance. The sweet-savory spread keeps for a week in the fridge; simmer it the night before and simply re-warm on a side burner when guests arrive.
Balance richness with fresh crunch. Crisp romaine and diced tomato cut through beef, cheese, and maple-glazed bacon. For twists, try pickled red onion or a grilled pineapple ring.
Dial in pellet-grill precision. A pellet cooker such as the Yoder Smokers YS640s holds a steady searing zone, then drops to low heat to keep sliders warm—no flare-ups, no babysitting.
Scale effortlessly for a crowd. Chop the patties after cooking so you can boost the beef in half-pound increments and spread the filling across multiple slider sheets without altering the method—ideal for block parties and holiday gatherings.