Get ready to elevate your burger game with the ultimate comfort food that will make your taste buds explode with flavor! Imagine biting into a juicy burger where molten cheese oozes out from the center, surrounded by crispy bacon and perfectly seasoned beef. This Cheese Stuffed Bacon Cheeseburger isn't just a meal—it's a culinary experience that will transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary feast. Whether you're looking to impress your friends at a backyard barbecue or satisfy a serious burger craving, this recipe is guaranteed to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 slices cheese (cheddar or American)
- 8 slices bacon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 hamburger buns
- Optional toppings (lettuce, tomato, pickles)
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. Gather 1 pound of ground beef, 4 slices of your preferred cheese (cheddar or American), 8 slices of bacon, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Also, have 4 hamburger buns ready, along with any optional toppings you wish to use, such as lettuce, tomato, and pickles.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to mix the ingredients together until they are evenly distributed. Be careful not to overwork the meat, as this can result in tough burgers.
- Divide the seasoned ground beef into 8 equal portions. Take one portion and flatten it into a patty about 1/4 inch thick. Place a slice of cheese in the center of the patty, then take another portion of beef and flatten it out to the same size. Carefully place it on top of the cheese slice, sealing the edges by pinching the two patties together. Repeat this process for the remaining portions, creating 4 cheese-stuffed patties.
- In a skillet or frying pan over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until they are crispy. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel to drain excess grease.
- Using the same skillet, increase the heat to medium-high. Place the cheese-stuffed patties in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip the patties and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheese on top of each patty to melt.
- While the patties are cooking, you can toast the hamburger buns in a separate pan or under the broiler until they are golden brown.
- Once the patties are cooked and the cheese is melted, remove them from the skillet. Assemble your burgers by placing a patty on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Layer with crispy bacon slices and any additional toppings you desire, such as lettuce, tomato, and pickles. Finally, place the top half of the bun on each burger.
- Serve the cheese stuffed bacon cheeseburgers immediately while they are hot and enjoy!
Tips
- Keep your meat cold while mixing to ensure the best texture and prevent the fat from breaking down.
- When forming stuffed patties, use slightly wet hands to prevent the meat from sticking to your fingers.
- Don't press down on the burgers while cooking—this releases precious juices and can make your burger dry.
- Let the burgers rest for 2-3 minutes after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist and flavorful bite.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a small amount of Worcestershire sauce to your ground beef mixture.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure your burgers reach a safe internal temperature of 160°F.
- For perfectly melted cheese, cover the skillet with a lid for the last minute of cooking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 620kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 41g
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Cholesterol: 130mg
