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Savory Blackstone Smoked Bacon Cheeseburger Recipe

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A smoky, savory bacon cheeseburger cooked on a Blackstone griddle, featuring crispy thick-cut bacon, juicy beef patties, and melty sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for quick backyard gatherings and easy to customize.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 8 slices thick-cut bacon (preferably hardwood-smoked)
  • 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese (Colby Jack or Pepper Jack optional)
  • 4 sturdy brioche burger buns, lightly toasted
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Optional pinch smoked paprika
  • Optional toppings: leafy lettuce (romaine or butter lettuce), thick tomato slices, thinly sliced red onion, pickles
  • Optional condiments: mayonnaise, mustard, or favorite burger sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your Blackstone griddle to medium-high heat (around 375°F / 190°C), about 10 minutes.
  2. Place thick-cut bacon slices directly on the griddle. Cook 5-7 minutes per side until crispy but tender.
  3. Remove bacon and drain on paper towel-lined plate. Leave bacon grease on griddle.
  4. Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions (~4 ounces / 113g each). Form patties about ¾ inch (2 cm) thick without overworking.
  5. Season both sides of patties with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika if using.
  6. Place patties on hot griddle, cook 4-5 minutes on first side, pressing lightly with spatula.
  7. Flip patties, immediately top each with a slice of cheddar cheese. Cook 3-4 more minutes until cheese melts and internal temp reaches 160°F (71°C).
  8. Lightly toast brioche buns cut-side down on griddle for 1-2 minutes, watching closely.
  9. Assemble burgers: bottom bun, cheesy patty, two slices smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, condiments, top bun.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

Do not overwork the meat to keep patties tender. Use the bacon fat rendered on the griddle to cook the patties for extra smoky flavor. Cover patties loosely with foil after flipping to melt cheese evenly. Rest burgers briefly after cooking to redistribute juices. For gluten-free, swap buns with gluten-free buns or serve as burger bowls.

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