Description
Juicy Crack Burgers – incredibly flavorful, addictive burgers loaded with ranch seasoning, bacon, and melted cheddar cheese. These burgers get their name because once you try them, you won’t be able to stop! Perfect for backyard BBQs, game day, or any night you crave an amazing burger.
Ingredients
- For the patties:
- 1 lb ground chuck (80% lean)
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 4 slices beef, cooked and chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings:
- 1 cup lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- Crispy fried onions, optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, gently mix ground chuck, ranch dressing mix, chopped beef, salt, pepper, and cheddar until just combined.
- Form mixture into 4 evenly sized patties, about ½-inch thick.
- Grill or pan-fry over medium heat for 5–6 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with an extra slice of cheddar and cover to melt.
- Place patties on buns, add desired toppings, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the meat – mix just until combined for tender, juicy burgers.
- Use 80/20 ground chuck for the best flavor and juiciness (the fat is essential).
- Make a thumbprint indentation in the center of each patty to prevent bulging during cooking.
- Let patties rest at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking.
- Toast your burger buns for extra texture and flavor.
- Try on brioche, pretzel, or potato buns for the ultimate experience.
- Leftover patties can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months.
- Adjust ranch packet amount to taste – start with half a packet for a milder flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Sandwich
- Method: Grill, Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: American