Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Crack Burgers, featuring juicy, charred patties topped with melted cheese, crispy bacon, and a tangy sauce. Perfectly balanced flavors and textures create an unforgettable experience that’s ideal for summer barbecues or cozy nights in. These burgers are easy to customize with your favorite toppings, ensuring everyone leaves satisfied. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this mouthwatering recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb 80/20 ground beef
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon
- 4 fresh brioche buns
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, shredded
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 1 medium sweet onion, sliced
- 4 dill pickles, sliced
- 1/2 cup special sauce (mix of mayonnaise, ketchup, and relish)
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat or heat a skillet over medium heat.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef with salt and pepper; shape into four 1/3-pound patties.
- Cook patties on the grill or skillet for about 4-5 minutes per side until browned and juices run clear.
- Add cheddar cheese slices on top during the last minute of cooking; cover briefly until melted.
- Meanwhile, fry bacon in another skillet until crispy; drain on paper towels.
- Assemble burgers by layering lettuce and tomato on the bottom bun, followed by the cheesy patty, bacon, onions, pickles, and special sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 675
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 105mg