Crispy Bacon Burgers – The Secret to the Best Homemade Burger
Crispy Bacon Burgers – The Secret to the Best Homemade Burger are a flavor-packed delight that will elevate your burger game. Imagine biting into a juicy patty loaded with crispy bacon, rich cheddar cheese, and zesty ranch dressing, all nestled between toasted brioche buns. This easy recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re grilling for friends or enjoying a cozy family dinner. With just 20 minutes of preparation and cooking time, you’ll have a delicious meal that’s sure to impress everyone at the table. Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food experience!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
- 4 brioche buns
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter (for toasting buns)
- Lettuce, tomato, and pickles (optional toppings)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes (if using), crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix until well combined.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked to your desired doneness.
- While the burgers are cooking, butter the brioche buns and toast them in a separate pan until golden brown.
- Assemble each burger by placing a patty on a toasted bun and adding toppings like lettuce and tomato if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 130mg