Juicy Smash Burgers with Creamy Baconnaise
These juicy smash burgers with creamy baconnaise are a perfect blend of flavor and texture, making them a favorite for gatherings or family meals.
Ingredients
For the Baconnaise
- 1 cup Mayonnaise Creamy base for the sauce.
- 4 slices Chopped crispy bacon Makes it Baconnaise.
- 2 tablespoons Ketchup For sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard Adds zesty brightness.
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar For acidity.
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose rub Salt, pepper, garlic blend.
- 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes For heat.
For the Burgers
- 1.5 pounds Ground chuck (80/20) The secret to a juicy burger.
- 1 large White onion Sliced paper-thin.
- 8 slices Bacon Half for the sauce, half for crunch.
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon Coarse black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Granulated garlic
- 2 tablespoons Avocado oil For cooking.
- 6 slices Pepper jack cheese For melting.
- 2 tablespoons Prepared yellow mustard
- 6 pieces Burger buns Soft and toasty.
Instructions
Prepare the Bacon
- Start by cooking 4 slices of bacon until crispy. Set aside to cool, then chop into small pieces for the Baconnaise.
Make the Baconnaise
- In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, chopped bacon, ketchup, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, all-purpose rub, and red pepper flakes. Stir until well combined and set aside.
Cook the Onions
- In a skillet, add a little avocado oil and then the sliced onions. Cook over medium heat until they are soft and caramelized, about 10-15 minutes. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
Form the Patties
- In a large bowl, mix the ground chuck with kosher salt, coarse black pepper, and granulated garlic. Form into 6 equal balls.
Smash and Cook the Patties
- Heat the remaining avocado oil in the skillet over high heat. Add the meatballs to the skillet, then smash them down with a spatula to form patties. Cook for 2-3 minutes until browned, then flip them over.
Add Cheese
- Place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each patty. Cover the skillet for about a minute to melt the cheese.
Prepare the Buns
- Lightly toast the hamburger buns in the same skillet where the burgers were cooked.
Assemble the Burgers
- Spread some Baconnaise onto the bottom bun, then add the burger patties, caramelized onions, and finish with the top bun.
Notes
Use 80/20 ground chuck for the juiciest burgers. Don’t be afraid to really smash the patties down for that crispy edge. Allow the cheese to melt completely for a gooey texture. Adjust the spice level of the Baconnaise to your taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 900mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
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