Description
Crack Burgers are a delicious and juicy grilled burger recipe featuring 80/20 ground beef patties, melted sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh lettuce and tomato, all nestled in soft hamburger buns. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal with classic American flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb 80/20 ground beef
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 soft hamburger buns
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 slices crispy bacon
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 375°F, to ensure a perfect sear on the burgers.
- Prepare the Patties: In a mixing bowl, season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Gently mix and form the meat into four equal patties, being careful not to overwork the meat for tender results.
- Grill the Patties: Place the patties on the preheated grill. Cook for about 4 minutes on each side, grilling to your desired level of doneness, usually medium or medium-well for juicy burgers.
- Melt the Cheese: During the last minute of cooking, add one slice of sharp cheddar cheese on top of each patty, allowing it to melt perfectly over the meat.
- Toast the Buns: While the cheese is melting, toast the hamburger buns on the grill for about one minute until they are golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Assemble the Burgers: Layer each toasted bun with fresh lettuce leaves, tomato slices, the cheeseburger patty, and crispy bacon slices, then cover with the top bun. Serve immediately for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground beef for the best balance of flavor and juiciness due to its fat content.
- For extra flavor, add your favorite burger sauces or condiments.
- Ensure the grill is well-oiled to prevent sticking.
- Let the cooked patties rest for a couple of minutes before assembling to retain juices.
- Crispy bacon can be prepared ahead of time to save cooking time.
