Description
Juicy Crack Burgers deliver an explosive flavor journey through American comfort cuisine. Cheese-stuffed patties sizzle with secret seasoning, promising a mouthwatering experience you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
- 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
Cheese and Dairy:
- 3 tablespoons cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Other Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 4 hamburger buns
- Lettuce
- Tomato slices
- Red onion slices
- Mustard (optional)
- Mayonnaise (optional)
- Ketchup (optional)
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly blend ground beef with softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar, creating a harmonious mixture seasoned with salt and pepper.
- Carefully partition the meat mixture into 4 uniform patties, compressing them firmly to maintain structural integrity during cooking.
- Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high temperature (around 400°F), ensuring surface is thoroughly preheated before placing patties.
- Grill patties approximately 4-5 minutes per side, monitoring internal temperature and avoiding compression to preserve moisture and tenderness.
- Simultaneously, lightly toast hamburger buns until achieving a golden-brown exterior with crisp edges.
- Allow cooked patties to rest momentarily, enabling internal juices to redistribute and enhance overall flavor profile.
- Construct burgers by positioning each patty atop toasted bun, strategically layering with crisp lettuce, vibrant tomato slices, and sharp red onion rings.
- Personalize with preferred condiments like tangy mustard, creamy mayonnaise, or classic ketchup.
- Serve immediately alongside complementary side dishes such as crispy French fries, zesty coleslaw, or traditional potato salad.
Notes
- Use high-fat ground beef for maximum juiciness and flavor, preferably 80/20 or 85/15 meat-to-fat ratio.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened at room temperature to blend seamlessly into the meat mixture.
- Crumble bacon finely for even distribution throughout the burger patty.
- Chill burger mixture for 15-30 minutes before forming patties to help them hold together better during cooking.
- For gluten-free version, use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps as alternative burger bases.
- Consider adding diced jalapeños for extra spice if you enjoy heat in your burgers.
- Pat burger patties dry with paper towels before grilling to achieve perfect sear and prevent excess moisture.
- Allow burgers to rest after cooking to redistribute internal juices and maintain tenderness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 750 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1100 mg
- Fat: 55 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 1.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 50 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg