Nothing beats a burger loaded with crispy bacon, melted cheese, and a smoky-sweet BBQ sauce drizzle. This BBQ Bacon Burger takes the classic backyard staple and turns it into an unforgettable, restaurant-quality bite.
WHY THIS RECIPE IS GOING VIRAL
The BBQ Bacon Burger keeps landing on cookout menus and social feeds because it hits every craving at once - smoky, sweet, savory, and cheesy in one juicy bite. Its crowd-pleasing combination of crispy bacon and tangy BBQ sauce has made it a go-to upgrade from the standard cheeseburger.
INGREDIENTS
- 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 6 slices bacon, cooked crispy
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 burger buns, lightly toasted
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup crispy fried onions
- Lettuce and sliced tomato, for serving
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
1. Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions and gently shape into patties, being careful not to overwork the meat.
2. Season both sides of each patty with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
3. Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side, until they reach your desired doneness.
4. In the last minute of cooking, top each patty with a slice of cheddar cheese and let it melt.
5. Toast the burger buns lightly on the grill or in a pan.
6. Assemble the burgers: bottom bun, lettuce, patty with melted cheese, crispy bacon, a generous drizzle of BBQ sauce, and crispy fried onions.
7. Top with the bun and serve immediately while hot.
PRO TIPS & VARIATIONS
- Make a small indent in the center of each patty before cooking - this keeps them from puffing up on the grill
- Cook bacon until very crispy so it holds its crunch under the BBQ sauce
- Swap cheddar for smoked gouda for an even smokier flavor
- Toasting the buns prevents them from getting soggy from the sauce
This BBQ Bacon Burger delivers everything you want from a backyard classic - smoky, cheesy, and packed with crunch. Fire up the grill and make this the star of your next cookout..
RECIPE SCHEMA DATA
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: American
Category: Main Course
