Special Bacon Wrapped Burgers
Take your burger night to the next level with these mouthwatering Special Bacon Wrapped Burgers. This recipe combines juicy, seasoned ground beef patties with the irresistible smoky-sweet flavor of thick-cut bacon, wrapped snugly around each burger for a crispy, caramelized finish. If you're feeling indulgent, a rich cheddar cheese core adds a gooey, melty surprise to every bite. These burgers are grilled or pan-seared to perfection, then nestled on toasted buns with fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, crisp red onion, and your favorite condiments. Perfect for BBQs, game days, or weeknight dinners, these burgers are a savory showstopper that’s easy to make and impossible to resist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 4 ounces Cheddar cheese (optional for stuffing)
- 8 slices Bacon (thick-cut)
- 4 pieces Burger buns
- 4 leaves Lettuce
- 1 large Tomato
- 1 small Red onion
- to taste Condiments (ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, etc.)
Instructions
Preheat your grill or stovetop pan to medium heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overwork the meat.
Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions. If you’re stuffing the burgers with cheese, flatten each portion into a disk, place a small piece of cheddar cheese in the center, and fold the meat around the cheese to fully encase it.
Shape each portion into a burger patty approximately ¾ inch thick.
Wrap each patty with 2 slices of bacon, laying the slices in an 'X' pattern. Tuck the ends of the bacon under the patty to secure.
Using toothpicks, secure the bacon slices in place, if necessary.
Place the bacon-wrapped patties onto the preheated grill or stovetop pan. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches at least 160°F (71°C) for well-done burgers. Ensure the bacon is crisp and slightly charred.
While the burgers are cooking, prepare the toppings. Slice the tomato and red onion into thin rounds and separate the lettuce leaves.
Toast the burger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster, if desired.
Remove the burgers from the grill and let them rest for 3-5 minutes.
Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by the bacon-wrapped patty. Add a slice of tomato, a slice of onion, and your preferred condiments. Top with the remaining half of the bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Special Bacon Wrapped Burgers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.2 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.1 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 284 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 9093 mg | 395% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.7 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.9 g | ||
| Protein | 100.8 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1046 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1751 mg | 37% | |
*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.
