Cheesy Bacon Burger
A hearty, juicy bacon cheeseburger made with perfectly seasoned beef patties, smoky crispy bacon, melty cheddar, and a tangy special sauce, all tucked into buttery toasted brioche buns.
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Ingredients
For the Patties:
- 2 lbs 900 g ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Toppings:
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
- 8 slices cheddar cheese or American for extra meltiness
- 4 brioche burger buns toasted
- 2 tablespoons butter for toasting buns
- 1 medium red onion sliced (optional)
- 1 large tomato sliced
- Lettuce leaves Romaine or Iceberg
- Pickles optional
For the Special Burger Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon pickle juice
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon for 4–6 minutes per side until crispy, then drain on a paper towel.
- Mix ground beef with Worcestershire sauce, garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Shape into four ¾-inch patties, pressing a small indent in the center.
- Preheat a grill or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties 3–4 minutes per side or until done to your liking. Top each with cheese during the last minute and cover to melt.
- Butter the brioche buns and toast until golden and crisp.
- Mix the sauce ingredients, spread on both bun halves, layer lettuce, tomato, and pickles on the bottom bun, add the cheesy patty, bacon strips, and onion if desired. Cap with the top bun and serve hot.