Grilled Bacon Burgers
Juicy, smoky, and bursting with flavor, these Grilled Bacon Burgers are the ultimate backyard barbecue treat! Featuring a perfectly seasoned 80/20 ground beef blend, these burgers are grilled to perfection, topped with melty cheddar cheese, and layered with crispy bacon for an irresistible combination. A dash of smoked paprika in the patties adds a subtle smoky depth, while fresh toppings like lettuce, tomato, and red onion lend a refreshing crunch. Lightly toasted hamburger buns slathered with a tangy combo of ketchup and mayo tie everything together for a mouthwatering bite. Ready in just 35 minutes and perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, these burgers are sure to be a hit with family and friends alike. Serve with classic fries or a crisp salad for a complete meal everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend for best flavor)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Onion powder
- 0.25 tsp Smoked paprika
- 8 slices Bacon slices
- 4 slices Cheddar cheese slices
- 4 buns Hamburger buns
- 4 leaves Lettuce leaves
- 4 slices Sliced tomato
- 4 rings Sliced red onion
- 0.25 cup Ketchup
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Mix gently with your hands until just combined—don't overmix or the burgers may become tough.
Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape into burger patties about 3/4-inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing up during cooking.
Place the bacon slices on the grill and cook until crispy, about 3–4 minutes per side. Remove from the grill and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
Place the burger patties on the hot grill. Cook for 4–5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3–4 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 160°F is reached for medium doneness.
During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and let it melt. Also, place the hamburger buns on the grill, cut side down, to toast lightly.
Assemble the burgers: Spread ketchup and mayonnaise on the toasted bun halves. Layer the bottom bun with lettuce, a cooked burger patty with melted cheese, two slices of crispy bacon, a slice of tomato, and a ring of red onion. Top with the other half of the bun.
Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes like fries, onion rings, or a crisp green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2820 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 217.8 g | 279% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.1 g | 410% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 552 mg | 184% | |
| Sodium | 6044 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.1 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 59.1 g | 211% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 183.7 g | 367% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1010 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1816 mg | 39% | |
*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.
