Jul 14 2026

Bbq Bacon Cheeseburger Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

BBQ sauce, bacon, burger, pepper jack

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Toppings

Method

Prepare the Burger Patties

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until combined. Be careful not to overwork the meat.

  2. 2

    Form the Patties

    Divide the mixture into four equal portions and form them into burger patties. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to help them cook evenly.

Cook the Bacon

  1. 3

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Grill the Burgers

  1. 4

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

  2. 5

    Grill the Patties

    Place the burger patties on the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip. Top each patty with a slice of pepper jack cheese and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the burgers reach your desired doneness.

Assemble the Burgers

  1. 6

    Prepare the Buns

    Toast the burger buns on the grill for about 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.

  2. 7

    Add the Toppings

    On the bottom half of each bun, layer lettuce, the grilled burger patty with melted cheese, crispy bacon, a generous drizzle of BBQ sauce, and sliced tomato and onion. Top with the other half of the bun.

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