In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.

Add the cooked bacon back to the skillet, along with brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, black pepper, and salt.

Simmer on low heat for about 15-20 minutes until thickened. Set aside.

In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.

Form the mixture into 12 small patties.

Heat olive oil in a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 3-4 minutes on each side, adding cheese slices during the last minute to melt.

Assemble the sliders by placing a patty on each slider bun, topping with bacon jam, and closing with the bun top.