Crack Burgers: Your New Go-To Burger Recipe
Crack Burgers are a juicy, flavorful burger recipe combining ground chuck with sour cream, ranch dressing mix, bacon, and cheddar cheese. Perfectly grilled and topped with your favorite fixings, these burgers deliver a moist and delicious experience that will quickly become your go-to meal for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Burger Mixture
- 1 ½ lb ground chuck
- 3 Tbsp sour cream
- 2 Tbsp ranch dressing mix
- ⅓ cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Toppings
- Hamburger buns
- Lettuce
- Tomato slices
- Mustard
- Mayo
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground chuck, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese. Use your hands or a sturdy spoon to mix until the ingredients are evenly distributed. Avoid overmixing to keep the burgers tender.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into 6 evenly sized hamburger patties. Use a burger press or the lid of a container to help shape and press a small dimple in the center of each to prevent puffing during cooking. Wet your hands with cold water to avoid sticking.
- Grill Patties: Heat a grill pan, outdoor grill, or skillet over medium heat. Place the patties on the heat source and cook without pressing them down. Flip carefully to avoid breaking. Cook until desired doneness: 130-135°F for medium-rare, 140-145°F for medium, or 160°F for well-done. Use a meat thermometer to check. Let rest for a few minutes to redistribute juices.
- Assemble Burgers: Toast the hamburger buns if desired. Place the grilled patties on the buns and top with lettuce, tomato, mustard, mayo, and any other favorite toppings like pickles, onions, or avocado.
Notes
- Do not overmix the meat mixture to prevent tough burgers.
- Press a dimple in the center of each patty to avoid puffing during grilling.
- Preheat your grill or skillet before cooking the patties.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper doneness.
- Let the burgers rest for a few minutes after grilling for juicier results.
- Toasted buns add a nice crisp texture to the burger.
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