Description
Juicy bacon cheeseburger grilled cheese fuses classic American comfort foods into one irresistible sandwich. Melted cheese, crispy bacon, and seasoned beef create a mouthwatering experience that satisfies deep cravings and delights sandwich enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 slices bacon
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 slices American cheese
Bread and Base:
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoons butter (113 grams)
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon diced onions
- 1 tablespoon pickles, chopped
Instructions
- Crisp bacon in a skillet over medium heat until golden and crunchy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.
- In the same skillet, season ground beef with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking into small crumbles, approximately 6-7 minutes.
- Spread butter evenly on one side of each sourdough bread slice, creating a golden exterior surface for grilling.
- Layer the bottom bread slice with American cheese, ensuring complete coverage of the bread’s surface.
- Carefully distribute cooked ground beef over the cheese, creating an even meat layer.
- Sprinkle diced onions and chopped pickles across the beef layer for added texture and flavor complexity.
- Add cheddar cheese on top of the beef and vegetable mixture.
- Drizzle ketchup and mustard across the cheese for tangy moisture and depth.
- Arrange crispy bacon strips strategically over the condiment layer.
- Crown the sandwich with the second buttered bread slice, butter side facing outward.
- Grill in a preheated skillet over medium-low heat, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread turns golden brown and cheese melts completely, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove from heat, let rest for 1-2 minutes, then slice diagonally and serve immediately while warm and crispy.
Notes
- Toast bread carefully to prevent burning, ensuring a perfect golden-brown exterior that adds crunch and rich flavor to the grilled cheese.
- Choose high-quality, thick-cut bacon for maximum crispiness and robust taste, which elevates the overall sandwich texture and richness.
- Consider using a cast-iron skillet for even heat distribution and creating a perfectly crisp, caramelized exterior on the bread that enhances the sandwich’s overall flavor profile.
- Modify for gluten-free diets by substituting sourdough with gluten-free bread and ensuring all condiments are certified gluten-free for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 844
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1345 mg
- Fat: 54 g
- Saturated Fat: 24 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 41 g
- Cholesterol: 136 mg