Jun 09 2026
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Bbq White Cheddar Burger Recipe

Inspired by Thirsty Lion
Time30m
Serves4

Black Butte BBQ sauce, white cheddar cheese, crispy onion strings and garlic aioli.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Garlic Aioli

Burger Assembly

Method

Burger Patties

  1. 1

    Prepare the Patty Mixture

    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

  2. 2

    Form Patties

    Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about ¾-inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.

Cooking the Patties

  1. 3

    Grill the Burgers

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the patties on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side.

  2. 4

    Add Cheese

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

Making the Garlic Aioli

  1. 5

    Mix Aioli Ingredients

    In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Stir until well combined.

  2. 6

    Chill

    Cover and refrigerate the aioli until ready to use.

Assembling the Burgers

  1. 7

    Prepare the Buns

    Toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.

  2. 8

    Layer the Ingredients

    Spread a generous amount of garlic aioli on the bottom half of each bun. Add a lettuce leaf, followed by the grilled burger patty with melted cheese, a slice of tomato, crispy onion strings, and a drizzle of Black Butte BBQ sauce. Top with the other half of the bun.

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