Crack Burgers
Crack Burgers are a juicy twist on the classic burger, combining ground chuck with savory ingredients like sour cream, ranch dressing mix, bacon, and cheddar cheese, perfect for any cook.
Ingredients
Burger Mixture
- 1.5 lb ground chuck Use high-quality ground beef for best flavor.
- 3 Tbsp sour cream
- 2 Tbsp ranch dressing mix Adjust to taste.
- 1/3 cup cooked and crumbled bacon Can be replaced with ground turkey for a lighter option.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Feel free to use different cheese for variety.
Toppings
- 6 pieces hamburger buns Toast for added crispiness.
- to taste lettuce Any type of lettuce will work.
- to taste tomato Sliced.
- to taste mustard Your choice of mustard.
- to taste mayo
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chuck, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Form the mixture into 6 hamburger patties of even size and thickness, pressing a small dimple in the center of each patty.
Cooking
- Grill the patties over medium heat, cooking to your preferred doneness using a meat thermometer.
- For medium-rare, cook to 130-135°F; for medium, cook to 140-145°F; for well-done, cook to 160°F.
- Let the burgers rest for a few minutes after grilling.
Serving
- Serve the burgers on hamburger buns with lettuce, tomato, mustard, and mayo. Provide a toppings bar for guest customization.
Notes
Letting burgers sit before serving enhances juiciness. You can adjust the seasoning to your taste and add additional toppings like pickles or onions.