Savory Big Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger

Experience a mouthwatering blend of flavors with this Big Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger recipe, inspired by Wendy’s iconic creation. Featuring juicy beef patties, crispy bacon, rich cheddar cheese, and zesty toppings, this burger promises to satisfy your cravings. Serve it up at your next barbecue or family gathering for a hit of savory goodness that's sure to impress!
ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 4 slices of cheddar cheese
- 8 slices of crispy bacon
- 4 hamburger buns
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Preheat your grill or stovetop skillet to medium-high heat.
- 2.
Form the ground beef into 4 equal patties and season each side with salt and pepper.
- 3.
Grill the patties for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip them and add a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty to melt while cooking the other side for another 4-5 minutes.
- 4.
While the patties are cooking, fry the bacon in a skillet until crispy and drain on paper towels.
- 5.
Toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in the skillet until they are golden brown.
- 6.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard to create a burger spread.
- 7.
Assemble the burgers: spread the mayo-mustard mixture on the bottom bun, add the patty with melted cheddar, a couple of bacon slices, tomato, lettuce, and onion.
- 8.
Top with the other half of the bun, serve, and enjoy your homemade Big Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger!