Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsApplebee's Grill + BarBig Bangin' Burger Recipe

Big Bangin' Burger Recipe

Time45m
Serves2

A big, delicious burger.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Toppings

Burger Assembly

Method

Preparing the Burger Patty

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix until well combined.

  2. 2

    Form Patties

    Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about 1 inch thick.

  3. 3

    Chill Patties

    Place the patties on a plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Cooking the Burger

  1. 4

    Preheat Grill or Pan

    Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 5

    Cook Patties

    Once hot, add the patties to the grill or pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side.

  3. 6

    Add Cheese

    Flip the patties, then place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the burger is cooked to your desired doneness.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 7

    Toast Buns

    While the burgers are cooking, melt the butter in a separate pan over medium heat. Add the burger buns and toast them until golden brown.

  2. 8

    Build the Burger

    On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place the lettuce leaves, followed by the cooked patty with melted cheese, tomato slices, pickles, and red onion. Drizzle ketchup and mustard on top before placing the other half of the bun on top.

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