Description
Mouthwatering Crack Burgers deliver an irresistible blend of savory flavors that dance across your palate. Juicy beef, secret seasonings, and a perfectly grilled patty promise a culinary experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Meat:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 4 slices bacon
- 1/2 cup chopped ham
Cheese and Dairy:
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 4 burger buns
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Dice bacon into small pieces and chop ham finely, preparing them for meat mixture integration.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, chopped bacon, diced ham, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, worcestershire sauce, and egg, mixing thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties, creating a slight indentation in the center to prevent bulging during cooking.
- Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat, brushing surface with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F, ensuring thorough cooking.
- During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty, allowing it to melt completely.
- Spread butter on burger buns and lightly toast them in the same pan until golden brown and crispy.
- Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on the bottom bun for an extra creamy texture.
- Place the cheese-topped patty on the prepared bun, creating a decadent and flavorful burger.
- Serve immediately while hot and cheese is still melted, enjoying the rich combination of meats and flavors.
Notes
- Bacon Prep: Freeze bacon for 10-15 minutes before dicing to make cutting cleaner and more precise.
- Meat Mixing: Handle meat mixture gently to prevent tough burgers, mixing just until ingredients are combined.
- Patty Shaping: Create a slight dimple in the center of each patty to prevent uneven cooking and maintain a flat surface.
- Cheese Melting: Cover the skillet with a lid during the final minute of cooking to help cheese melt evenly and thoroughly.
- Low-Carb Option: Replace breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed pork rinds for a keto-friendly alternative.
- Flavor Boost: Add a splash of smoked paprika or a pinch of cayenne pepper to enhance the meat’s complexity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 711
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1043 mg
- Fat: 49 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 174 mg