Carls Jr Western Bacon Cheeseburger Copycat by Todd Wilbur
Recreate the bold, smoky flavors of a fast-food favorite at home with this Carl’s Jr. Western Bacon Cheeseburger Copycat by Todd Wilbur. This irresistible burger combines a juicy, perfectly seasoned beef patty topped with melted American cheese, crispy onion rings, and smoky thick-cut bacon. A tangy slather of barbecue sauce adds a mouthwatering kick, all sandwiched between a golden sesame seed bun. With simple steps like baking frozen onion rings and grilling a fresh beef patty, this recipe is quick to prepare and delivers restaurant-level satisfaction in the comfort of your kitchen. Perfect for burger lovers craving that classic Western BBQ flair, it's a must-try for any casual dinner or weekend indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 pounds Ground beef
- 1 piece Sesame seed hamburger bun
- 1 piece American cheese slice
- 2 pieces Thick-cut bacon slices
- 2 pieces Frozen onion rings
- 2 tablespoons Barbecue sauce
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the package of frozen onion rings. Cook the onion rings according to the package instructions, typically about 10-12 minutes, until crispy and golden brown. Set them aside.
While the onion rings are baking, cook the bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, approximately 5-7 minutes. Drain the bacon on paper towels and set aside.
Form the ground beef into a patty slightly larger than the bun, as it will shrink slightly when cooked. Season both sides of the patty with salt and black pepper.
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the beef patty for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
In the last minute of cooking the patty, place the American cheese slice on top and cover the skillet with a lid to melt the cheese. Remove the patty from the skillet and set aside.
Lightly toast the sesame seed hamburger bun in the same skillet or under a broiler for about 1 minute, until golden and slightly crisp.
To assemble the burger, spread 1 tablespoon of barbecue sauce on the bottom half of the bun. Place the cooked beef patty with melted cheese on top.
Layer the two crispy onion rings over the patty, followed by the bacon slices. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of barbecue sauce over the bacon.
Place the top half of the bun over the stack and gently press down. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1185 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.7 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.4 g | 107% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 113 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 2965 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.4 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 38.8 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 272 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 732 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
