Snappy Burgers
Get ready to sink your teeth into these flavorful, juicy Snappy Burgers—a quick and easy homemade classic that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual cookouts! Made with perfectly seasoned ground beef enriched with a splash of Worcestershire sauce, these patties are grilled or seared to perfection and topped with melted cheddar cheese. A buttery toasted bun provides the perfect base, layered with crisp lettuce, fresh tomato, tangy pickles, and a touch of mustard and ketchup for the ultimate flavor combination. Ready in just 20 minutes, this burger recipe delivers restaurant-quality results straight from your kitchen. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or indulging in a satisfying weeknight meal, these homemade burgers will be your new go-to recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 4 pieces cheddar cheese slices
- 4 pieces burger buns
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 4 pieces tomato slices
- 8 pieces pickle slices
- 4 teaspoons mustard
- 4 teaspoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about ¾ inch thick. Press down slightly in the center of each patty to create a small indentation; this will help prevent the burgers from puffing up while cooking.
Heat a large skillet or grill over medium-high heat. If using a skillet, add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan and allow it to melt before adding the burgers.
Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes on the first side without moving them, to achieve a good sear.
Flip the patties and add a slice of cheddar cheese to the top of each burger. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the patties reach your desired level of doneness (160°F for medium).
Meanwhile, spread the remaining butter on the inside of the burger buns. Toast them lightly on the grill or in a separate skillet until golden brown.
Assemble the burgers: Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by the cooked patty with melted cheese. Add a slice of tomato, two pickle slices, a teaspoon of mustard, and a teaspoon of ketchup.
Top each burger with the upper half of the bun. Serve immediately and enjoy your Snappy Burgers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
724 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.6 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.0 g | 115% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 155 mg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 1275 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 39.4 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 569 mg | 12% | |
*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.
