Description
Crack Burgers are a delightful culinary experience, bursting with flavors that will make your taste buds dance. Picture a juicy beef patty seasoned to perfection, topped with melty sharp cheddar cheese and crispy bacon, all nestled in soft brioche buns. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch from fresh lettuce and juicy tomatoes, creating a burger that’s not only delicious but visually appealing. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy gatherings, these burgers are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 slices bacon
- 4 brioche burger buns
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef with salt and pepper. Form into four patties about 1 inch thick, making a small indentation in the center of each.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, reserving drippings.
- Increase heat to medium-high and sear the patties in bacon drippings for 4-5 minutes per side.
- Top each patty with cheddar cheese during the last minute of cooking; cover to melt.
- Toast brioche buns face down in another skillet until golden brown.
- Assemble burgers: spread mayo on bottom bun, layer with lettuce and tomato, add cheesy patty, top with bacon, then finish with the top bun.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg