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Sweet n Spicy Bacon Burger

Sweet n Spicy Bacon Burger That'll Rock Your BBQ World

Indulge in the Sweet n Spicy Bacon Burger, a perfect blend of smoky flavors and a touch of sweetness that'll elevate your BBQ experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 burgers
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Burger Patties
  • 2 pounds Ground Beef look for 80/20 ground chuck
  • 1 cup Bacon Bits consider using pre-cooked
  • 8 slices Pepper Jack Cheese or swap with cheddar or American
  • 4 slices American Cheese
For the Toppings
  • 8 pieces Burger Buns toasting helps minimize sogginess
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil can use butter for richer flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 1 large Yellow Onion opt for sweet onions
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Pepper remove seeds for less heat
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers a mix enhances visual appeal
For the Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust according to heat preference
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce choose your favorite brand
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup use real maple syrup

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large Skillet
  • grill pan
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the BBQ Sauce: Combine BBQ sauce, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, and maple syrup in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
  2. Caramelize Onions and Peppers: Dice yellow onion, jalapeño, and bell peppers. Heat olive oil in a large skillet, add vegetables along with brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 15 minutes until soft and caramelized.
  3. Make the Burger Patties: Mix ground beef, bacon bits, and 3 tablespoons of BBQ sauce in a bowl. Divide into 8 portions and shape into patties, making a thumbprint in each.
  4. Cook the Burgers: Preheat grill pan to medium-high heat. Cook patties for about 4 minutes on each side. Add cheese slices during the last minute.
  5. Assemble the Burgers: Toast burger buns, layer with patties, top with caramelized onions, peppers, bacon, and a drizzle of BBQ sauce. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 1080mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Explore different cheese or BBQ sauce variations to personalize your burger experience.

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