Description
Crack burger brings together irresistible layers of savory beef, melted cheese, and secret sauce that dance with flavor. Crispy edges, juicy center, and bold seasonings make this sandwich a crave-worthy experience you’ll want to devour again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 slices bacon
Cheese and Dairy:
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter (28 g)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream
Seasonings and Additions:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 4 burger buns
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp crispy fried onions
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
Instructions
- Finely mince the garlic and prepare all ingredients before cooking, ensuring a smooth preparation process.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef with minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and worcestershire sauce, gently mixing to maintain meat’s tenderness.
- Divide the seasoned meat mixture into 4 equal patties, creating uniform burger shapes with a slight indentation in the center to prevent bulging during cooking.
- Chop bacon into small pieces and cook in a skillet over medium heat until crispy and golden, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Remove bacon from skillet, leaving rendered fat, and set aside on paper towels to drain excess grease.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and sear burger patties over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side, aiming for a perfect medium doneness.
- During the last minute of cooking, place cheddar cheese slices on each patty, allowing them to melt slightly.
- Meanwhile, warm burger buns by brushing with melted butter and toasting lightly in a separate pan until golden brown.
- Create a creamy sauce by whisking heavy cream with dijon mustard in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble burgers by spreading the creamy mustard sauce on toasted buns, placing cheese-topped patties, and sprinkling crispy bacon bits and fried onions on top.
- Serve immediately while burgers are hot and cheese is melted, ensuring maximum flavor and texture.
Notes
- Meat Prep Tip: Avoid overworking ground beef when mixing to keep burgers tender and juicy, preventing tough texture.
- Temperature Control: Use a meat thermometer to ensure burgers reach 160°F for food safety without overcooking.
- Bacon Crunch Hack: Pat bacon dry before cooking to achieve maximum crispiness and prevent soggy pieces.
- Low-Carb Adaptation: Replace burger buns with lettuce wraps or portobello mushroom caps for a keto-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 55 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg