Candied Bacon Bourbon Burger Recipe
All beef patty topped with candied bacon, bourbon glaze, and your choice of cheese, served on a brioche bun with all the trimmings.
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Ingredients
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Burger Patties
Candied Bacon
Bourbon Glaze
Burger Assembly
Method
Prepare the Candied Bacon
- 1
Bake the Bacon
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lay the bacon strips in a single layer. In a bowl, mix the brown sugar and maple syrup. Sprinkle the mixture over the bacon.
- 2
Cook the Bacon
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and caramelized. Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack.
Make the Bourbon Glaze
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a small saucepan, combine the bourbon, soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic.
- 4
Simmer the Glaze
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Let it reduce for about 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
Prepare the Burger Patties
- 5
Form the Patties
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently and form into 4 equal patties.
- 6
Assemble the Burger
- 7
Toast the Buns
Lightly toast the brioche buns on the grill or in a toaster.
- 8
Build the Burger
On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the burger patty with melted cheese, candied bacon, a slice of tomato, onion, and pickles. Drizzle with bourbon glaze and cover with the top half of the bun.