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Ultimate Bacon Jam Cheeseburger Egg Rolls: A Savory, Sweet, and Crispy Fusion

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You can make these indulgent Bacon Jam Cheeseburger Egg Rolls at home. This recipe combines the rich flavor of homemade bacon jam with classic cheeseburger ingredients, all wrapped in a crispy egg roll shell. It is a unique appetizer perfect for game day or parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon pickle relish
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup prepared bacon jam (recipe below or store-bought)
  • 1 package (about 25 count) egg roll wrappers
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1 egg, beaten (for sealing wrappers)
  • **For Homemade Bacon Jam:**
  • 1 pound thick-cut bacon, diced
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. **Make the Bacon Jam:** In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crisp. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving about 2 tablespoons of rendered fat in the skillet.
  2. Add the sliced onion to the skillet and cook in the bacon fat until soft and deeply caramelized, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. Return the cooked bacon to the skillet. Add the coffee, vinegar, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cook uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has reduced to a thick, syrupy glaze. Mash slightly with a fork if you prefer a smoother texture. Set aside to cool completely.
  4. **Prepare the Burger Filling:** In a bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, and pepper. Cook the beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until fully browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  5. Stir the cooked ground beef with the chopped onion, ketchup, mustard, and pickle relish. Cook for 2 minutes until heated through. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  6. Once the meat mixture is cool enough to handle, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until just combined.
  7. **Assemble the Egg Rolls:** Lay an egg roll wrapper on a flat surface with a point facing you. Place about 2 tablespoons of the cheeseburger mixture near the bottom center of the wrapper. Top the meat mixture with about 1 teaspoon of the cooled bacon jam.
  8. Fold the bottom corner up over the filling. Fold in the left and right corners toward the center. Brush the top edge of the wrapper with the beaten egg. Roll the wrapper up tightly away from you. Repeat with remaining filling and wrappers.
  9. **Cook the Egg Rolls:** Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  10. Carefully place 3 or 4 egg rolls into the hot oil, ensuring you do not overcrowd the pot. Fry for 3 to 4 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy.
  11. Remove the cooked egg rolls with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For an air fryer method, lightly spray the assembled egg rolls with cooking spray. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
  • You can substitute store-bought bacon jam if you are short on time, but homemade jam provides the best flavor for this recipe.
  • Make sure the burger filling is not hot when you assemble the rolls, or the wrappers may tear.

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