Crack Burgers Bacon Cheddar Ranch (Printable)
Juicy beef patties topped with crispy bacon, melted cheddar, and creamy ranch dressing on golden toasted buns.
# What You Need:
→ For the Patties
01 - 1½ lbs ground beef, 80/20 blend
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
04 - ½ tsp garlic powder
→ Toppings
05 - 8 slices bacon
06 - 4 slices cheddar cheese
07 - ½ cup ranch dressing
08 - ½ cup crispy fried onions
09 - 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
10 - 1 large tomato, sliced
11 - 4 burger buns, split and toasted
→ Optional Add-Ons
12 - Sliced pickles
13 - Sliced red onion
# Directions:
01 - Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
02 - Gently combine ground beef, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl. Form into 4 equal patties, pressing a slight dimple in the center of each to prevent puffing during cooking.
03 - Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
04 - Grill or pan-sear the burger patties for 3–4 minutes per side until desired doneness. In the last minute of cooking, top each patty with a slice of cheddar and cover to melt the cheese.
05 - Toast burger buns until golden brown.
06 - Spread ranch dressing on the bottom half of each bun. Layer with lettuce, a beef patty, crispy bacon, tomato slices, fried onions, and any optional add-ons. Top with the other half of the bun.
07 - Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The combination of crispy bacon and creamy ranch creates an addictive flavor profile
- These burgers come together in just 30 minutes for a satisfying weeknight dinner
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- Pressing that dimple in the center of each patty prevents them from puffing up into balls while cooking
- The bacon grease can be drizzled over the patties during the last minute of grilling for extra flavor
03 -
- Make the bacon ahead of time and reheat it so you are not scrambling while the burgers cook
- Let the cheese melt completely before removing from the heat for maximum coverage