Description
This Crack Burger is packed with bacon, cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, and bold seasonings, making it one of the most flavorful and juicy burgers you’ll ever try! Perfect for grill nights, game days, or when you’re craving the ultimate comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 4 brioche buns
- 2 tablespoons butter (for toasting buns)
- Lettuce, tomato, and pickles (optional toppings)
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the burger mixture:
- In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Stir until everything is well combined.
2️⃣ Shape the patties:
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into burger patties.
3️⃣ Cook the burgers:
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the burgers for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired doneness.
4️⃣ Toast the buns:
- While the burgers cook, butter the brioche buns and toast them in a pan until golden brown.
5️⃣ Assemble the burgers:
- Place each patty on a toasted bun.
- Add lettuce, tomato, and pickles if desired.
6️⃣ Serve & enjoy!
- Serve hot and dig into the juiciest burger ever!
Notes
✔️ Want more crunch? Add crispy fried onions or extra bacon strips on top.
✔️ Extra sauce? Drizzle with more ranch dressing before serving.
✔️ Make it spicy! Add jalapeños or use pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar.
✔️ Storage: Leftover patties can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main course
- Method: Burger
- Cuisine: American