Juicy Crack Burgers with a Savory Twist

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Crack Burgers are the ultimate burger experience, combining a juicy beef patty with gooey melted cheddar cheese and topped with a mouthwatering sauce that brings the perfect balance of savory and tangy flavors. The crispy fried onions on top add a delightful crunch, making every bite irresistibly delicious.

  1. Ingredients:
    • 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
    • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 4 hamburger buns
    • 4 slices cheddar cheese
    • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
    • 1 tablespoon mustard
    • 1 tablespoon ketchup
    • 1 tablespoon pickle juice (optional)
    • 1/4 cup crispy fried onions (for topping)
    • 1 tablespoon butter (for toasting buns)
    Directions:
    1. Preheat your grill or stovetop griddle to medium-high heat.
    2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the burgers juicy.
    3. Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties, slightly larger than the buns to account for shrinkage during cooking.
    4. Cook the burger patties on the grill or griddle for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking to melt.
    5. While the burgers cook, mix together the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, mustard, ketchup, and pickle juice (if using) in a small bowl to create the “crack sauce.”
    6. In a separate skillet, melt butter over medium heat and lightly toast the hamburger buns until golden brown.
    7. Once the burgers are done, spread the crack sauce on the bottom buns, then place the cheesy burger patties on top.
    8. Top with crispy fried onions for extra crunch and flavor.
    9. Place the top buns on the burgers, serve immediately, and enjoy!
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cooking Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Kcal: 450 kcal per burger
    Servings: 4 burgers#crackburgers #juicyburgers #cheeseburgers #burgerrecipes #comfortfood #burgernight #easyrecipes #grilledburgers #beefburgers #cheddarcheese #burgerlovers #friedonions #burgeraddict #grillingseason #homemadeburgers

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