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Quick 30-Minute BBQ Bacon Burgers

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These BBQ bacon burgers are quick and easy to make, combining smoky bacon and tangy BBQ sauce mixed into juicy beef patties for a flavorful grilling experience perfect for last-minute cookouts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon (Applewood smoked recommended)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) BBQ sauce (e.g., Sweet Baby Ray’s)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 hamburger buns (optional, brioche or potato buns recommended)
  • Optional toppings: sliced cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, extra BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently to avoid compacting the meat.
  3. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions (about 4 oz / 113 g each) and shape into patties slightly larger than buns. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F / 200°C) and lightly oil the grates.
  5. Grill patties for 4-5 minutes per side without pressing down. Add sliced cheddar cheese in the last minute if desired and close the lid to melt.
  6. While burgers cook, split and lightly toast buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  7. Assemble burgers by placing patties on buns, topping each with two slices of crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and a drizzle of extra BBQ sauce if desired.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy hot off the grill.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to keep burgers tender. Make a thumbprint indentation in patties to prevent puffing. Let burgers rest 3-5 minutes after grilling to lock in juices. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Keep a spray bottle of water nearby to manage grill flare-ups. Toast buns lightly to prevent sogginess.

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