Smashburger just dropped a limited-time menu item that’s basically a flavor mic drop. Meet the Jalapeño BBQ Bacon Stack Smash—a mouthful in more ways than one. Launched nationwide on April 8, this fiery creation layers together some of the brand’s most popular ingredients: crispy bacon, spicy jalapeños, smoky BBQ sauce, and gooey American cheese, all on a juicy Certified Angus Beef patty.
It’s hot, it’s bold, and it’s here for a good time—not a long time.
This burger is a tribute to fan favorites, blending elements from Smashburger’s best-sellers: the Bacon Smash, Spicy Jalapeño Smash, and BBQ Bacon Smash. If you’ve ever struggled to choose between them, now you don’t have to. You can have it all—in one stacked bite.
Big flavor, no regrets
According to Jim Sullivan, President at Smashburger, this new burger is all about delivering on what their guests crave most.
“At Smashburger, we know our guests appreciate big, satisfying flavors, and the new Jalapeño BBQ Bacon Stack is a celebration of their top picks. By bringing together the best elements of our Bacon Stack Smash, Spicy Jalapeño Smash, and BBQ Bacon Smash, we’ve created something bold, indulgent, and uniquely Smashburger.” Jim Sullivan, President at Smashburger.
Every layer of the Jalapeño BBQ Bacon Stack Smash is designed to hit a flavor note—sweet, spicy, smoky, and savory—all wrapped up in one toasted bun. It’s the kind of indulgence people actually want from a fast-casual brand: high-quality, fun, and absolutely over the top.
Orders are available through the Smashburger app, online at smashburger.com, or in-store. Fans can also rack up points through SmashRewards for exclusive promos.
This burger’s bringing the heat (and the hype)
Simple: spicy sells. And Smashburger isn’t the only one riding the heat wave. From chip brands to dipping sauces, consumers can’t get enough of chili, jalapeño, and smoky-sweet mashups right now.
This burger is a perfect snapshot of the 2025 flavor forecast:
- Layered indulgence is in. Think salty + sweet + spicy + creamy.
- Limited-time drops drive hype, especially when stacked with rewards programs.
- Ingredient storytelling—like “Certified Angus Beef” and “applewood smoked bacon”—adds premium appeal.
For manufacturers, foodservice teams, and R&D chefs, this launch is a signal to keep bold flavors at the center of your innovation strategy. If you’re in the business of sourcing or producing jalapeños, BBQ blends, flavored meats (or meat alternatives), this is your time to shine.
Be part of it
This isn’t just a story about a burger. It’s a spicy little lesson in why flavor innovation and fast-turn launches matter more than ever. Smashburger’s move to combine three crowd-pleasers into one fiery stack shows the power of remixing what already works—with a little heat and a lot of personality.
Smashburger isn’t stopping there—later in the year, fans can enjoy even more crave-worthy options with National Cheeseburger Day $4.99 deals, featuring signature favorites like the Spicy Jalapeño Smash®. Bold flavors and great value, all in one bite.
And if you’re dreaming up your own flavor-forward products, whether that’s for private label or foodservice, here’s your takeaway: get bold, get layered, and get spicy. The consumer appetite for excitement on the plate isn’t cooling off anytime soon.
Wrap it up, add some heat
Smashburger’s Jalapeño BBQ Bacon Stack Smash is everything people want right now: spicy, satisfying, and slightly over-the-top. It taps into flavor trends, hits the LTO sweet spot, and reminds us that bold beats boring every time.
Ready to bring some sizzle to your next menu item or private label concept? From heat-packed spices to smoky seasoning blends, we’re here to help you stack flavor with confidence. Let’s turn up the heat—get in touch or explore our full range of ingredients today.
