Ultimate Classic Bacon Cheeseburger
Whip up these incredibly simple yet delicious bacon cheeseburgers for your next cookout or weeknight meal. They're guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
- Prep30 min
- Total30 min
- DifficultyEasy
- Servings8
When you're craving a truly satisfying burger experience, look no further than this classic bacon cheeseburger recipe. It's designed for maximum flavor with minimal fuss, making it perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to casual weeknight dinners.
These burgers are all about quality ingredients and simple preparation. We'll guide you through creating juicy, flavorful patties, perfectly crispy bacon, and assembling a burger that's a true delight.
Ingredients
Servings
Converted amounts are rounded.
Method
- Preheat your grill to medium heat. While the grill heats up, place a large skillet over medium heat on the stovetop. Cook the bacon in batches, turning occasionally, until it's nice and crispy, about 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, black pepper, and hot sauce. Mix everything together thoroughly with your hands. Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and form them into thin patties, about 7 inches in diameter.
- Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking. Place the burger patties on the preheated grill. Cook for about 3 minutes per side for medium doneness, aiming for a nice char. During the last 2 minutes of grilling, place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty to melt.
- While the burgers are finishing, spread the softened butter on the cut sides of the Kaiser rolls. Place the rolls cut-side down on the grill for about 1 minute, just until lightly toasted.
- Assemble your burgers by placing a cheesy patty on the bottom half of each toasted roll. Top with a leaf of iceberg lettuce, a slice of tomato, some pickle slices, and finally, 2 strips of crispy bacon.
💡 Tips
- For even juicier burgers, avoid overworking the meat mixture. Mix just until combined.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the patties in a hot skillet on the stovetop.
- Toast the buns lightly to prevent them from getting soggy from the burger juices.
Inspired by a recipe from The Pioneer Woman