Description
These crack burgers are juicy, cheesy, and loaded with ranch-inspired flavor, crispy bacon, and melty cheddar. Perfect for cookouts, family dinners, or an irresistible weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 oz)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices crispy bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 4 hamburger buns
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise or burger sauce
- Lettuce leaves (optional)
- Tomato slices (optional)
- Onion slices (optional)
- Pickles (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ranch seasoning mix, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon. Mix until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Divide and shape the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and lightly oil the surface.
- Cook the patties for 4–5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired doneness.
- Toast the hamburger buns lightly on the grill or skillet.
- Spread mayonnaise or burger sauce on the buns. Add lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles if desired.
- Place the cooked patties on the buns, adding extra cheese or bacon if preferred.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Swap cheddar for pepper jack, Swiss, or provolone cheese.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra spice.
- Try brioche buns for richness or lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
- Store leftover patties in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling or Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
