Crack Burgers: Your New Go-To Burger Recipe
Crack Burgers are juicy, flavorful burgers made with ground chuck, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, crispy bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese. These irresistibly moist burgers are easy to prepare and perfect for grilling or stovetop cooking, served on your favorite buns with fresh toppings like lettuce and tomato.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 6 burgers 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 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
For Serving
- Hamburger buns
- Lettuce
- Tomato
- Mustard
- Mayo
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground chuck, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix gently with your hands or a sturdy spoon until everything is evenly incorporated, being careful not to overmix to avoid tough burgers.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into 6 equal hamburger patties, making sure they are the same size and thickness. Press a small dimple in the center of each patty to prevent puffing while cooking. Wet your hands with cold water to prevent sticking.
- Grill Patties: Preheat your grill, grill pan, or skillet to medium heat. Cook the patties carefully, flipping once, until they reach your desired doneness—130-135°F for medium-rare, 140-145°F for medium, or 160°F for well-done. Avoid pressing down on the patties to keep them juicy.
- Serve: Toast the hamburger buns for a crisp texture. Assemble the burgers with lettuce, tomato, mustard, mayo, or any other preferred toppings, and enjoy your juicy Crack Burgers.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the meat to keep burgers tender.
- Use cold hands when forming patties to prevent sticking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for the correct internal temperature and doneness.
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