Picture sinking your teeth into a juicy, bacon-infused burger patty topped with melty cheddar and Swiss, nestled in a soft brioche bun. This recipe brings together crumbled smoky bacon woven into the beef, creating a flavor-packed smash-burger recipe vibe but with a stuffed twist. It’s informal comfort food elevated to next-level indulgence—perfect for weekend cookouts, casual dinners, or anytime you crave the best homemade burgers.
Bacon-Infused Double Cheese Burger Delight
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 hearty burgers
Large Mixing Bowl sturdy, dishwasher-safe glass or metal bowl
Cast iron skillet or griddle retains heat for perfect crust (ideal for smash-burger recipe technique)
Spatula or burger press to flatten patties evenly
Knife and Cutting Board for onion, garlic, and slicing toppings
Measuring spoons and cups for precise seasonings
Tongs or spatula for flipping patties
Toaster or skillet to toast buns
Plate lined with paper towels to drain cooked bacon
- 1½ lbs 680 g ground chuck (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio) – ideal for beef burger patty recipe
- 6 slices smoked bacon cooked until crispy and roughly chopped
- ½ cup finely diced onion about 1 small yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 brioche burger buns lightly toasted
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter softened
- 4 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp ketchup
- Lettuce leaves tomato slices, and red onion slices for topping
Optional: pickles, sliced jalapeños, or caramelized onions
Prep and Cook the Bacon
Cook bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until just crisp. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate, then roughly chop. Save a teaspoon of bacon fat to enhance flavor in the patty mix.
Mix the Burger Patties
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chuck, chopped bacon (except reserved fat), diced onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon, and bacon fat. Gently mix until ingredients are evenly distributed—avoid overworking the meat. You’re now making burger patty meal ideas come to life.
Form the Patties
Divide mixture into four equal portions (~6 oz each). Shape into balls and gently flatten into ½-inch-thick discs. This technique gives you a taste of that smash burger recipe ethos—thinner patties with delicious sear.
Preheat Skillet or Griddle
Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until it’s screaming hot. This will get you close to the perfect burger—crispy, flavorful crust.
Cook Patties with Cheese
Place patties on the hot surface. Cook for 3 minutes, resist moving them. Flip and immediately top each patty with a slice of cheddar and Swiss. Cook another 2–3 minutes, or until cheese melts and internal temperature hits 160 °F (71 °C). This is how to make the best homemade hamburger patties melt their fillings.
Toast the Buns
Butter insides of brioche buns and toast them face-down in a clean skillet or on the griddle until golden—about 30–45 seconds.
Assemble
Spread mayonnaise and ketchup on the bottom buns. Add lettuce, tomato, and onion. Place a cheesy bacon-infused patty on top, top it off with pickles or jalapeños if desired, and crown with the top bun.
Serve Promptly
Serve immediately with fries, chips, or onion rings. These are definitely tasty burgers worth every bite.
Pairings
- Side Dishes: Hand-cut fries (skin-on or salt-and-vinegar), onion rings, coleslaw, or a simple garden salad with tangy vinaigrette.
- Sauces: Spicy aioli, BBQ sauce, classic yellow mustard.
- Drinks: Craft beer (IPA, amber ale), root beer floats, iced tea, or a bold red wine like Zinfandel.
- Dessert: Cool vanilla milkshakes, cherry pie, or fresh berry cobbler.
FAQs
1. What beef cut is best: breast vs. thigh, lean vs. fatty?
For a beef burger patty recipe, choose chuck ground 80/20. It has enough fat to stay juicy—leaner blends dry out quickly, while fattier overwhelm.
2. Can I use diced chicken or turkey instead of beef?
Sure! A chicken burger patty recipe would work similarly. Use ground chicken plus a little added fat or olive oil so it doesn’t dry out.
3. Is it okay to bake these instead of stovetop?
You can try hamburger pattie’s in oven, but you’ll miss the seared crust. Bake at 400 °F on a lined sheet for about 12–15 minutes, then broil cheese until melty.
4. Tips for preventing overcooking?
Use an instant-read thermometer. Remove from heat around 155 °F — carryover cooking will reach the safe 160 °F target without drying out.
5. How do I scale up for a crowd?
Double or triple the mixture, and cook in batches. Keep cooked patties warm in a low oven (200 °F) while continuing the burger patties meal prep. Rest briefly before serving for juiciness.
