Crack Burger - Hidden Valley Ranch Burger
This Crack Burger is a flavor-packed, griddle-seared masterpiece made with seasoned 80/20 beef, crispy bacon, melted sharp cheddar, and a creamy ranch cheese blend. Grilled to juicy perfection and served on buttery toasted buns, it's the ultimate backyard burger experience.
Ingredients
For the Burgers
- 1 lb Ground Hamburger 80/20 Blend, Ideal
- 4 qty Hamburger Buns
- 1 stick Melted Butter
- 1 qty Chopped Onions
- 1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning
- Elite BBQ Smokers SPG (Salt, Pepper, Garlic) Sprinkle to your liking
For the Cheese Mixture
- 4 oz Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- 1/4 cup Dukes Mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Crumbled Bacon
- 1 qty Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning To taste
Instructions
- Season the Patties: Generously season both sides and edges of the burger patties with Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning and Elite BBQ Smokers SPG.
- Make the Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, combine the shredded cheddar, Dukes mayonnaise, crumbled bacon, and a pinch of ranch seasoning. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate if needed.
- Preheat the Griddle: Set up your griddle with both hot and cool zones.
- Grill the Burgers: Cook the patties just shy of your preferred doneness to avoid overcooking while the cheese melts later.
- Toast the Buns: Brush buns with melted butter and lightly toast them on the warm zone of the griddle.
- Brown the Onions: Sauté chopped onions on the griddle until caramelized, then move them to the cool zone.
- Melt the Cheese Mixture: Top each patty with browned onions and a generous spoonful of the cheese mixture. Cover the patties to allow the cheese to melt thoroughly.
- Assemble and Serve: Place the patties on the toasted buns and serve hot. Enjoy your next-level Crack Burger!
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Notes
Some Helpful Tips for Success:
- Use a dual-zone griddle to better control cooking and melting.
- Don’t overcook the patties—melting the cheese will add a bit more cook time.
- Refrigerating the cheese mixture helps it stay firm until ready to melt.
