Description
Classic grilled cheeseburgers with juicy beef patties, melty cheddar, and fresh toppings, all stacked inside a toasted bun. This backyard favorite is easy, satisfying, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 burger buns (sesame or brioche)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for toasting buns)
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 8–10 pickle slices
- 4 red onion rings (optional)
- Ketchup and mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Combine Ingredients: Form ground beef into 4 patties, adding a thumbprint in the center. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Place patties on the grill and cook 3–4 minutes per side. Add cheese slices in final minute and cover to melt.
- Assemble the Dish: Butter buns and toast on grill until golden. Add lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onion to the bottom bun.
- Cook to Perfection: Ensure patties reach 160°F internal temp. Let rest 2 minutes after grilling.
- Finishing Touches: Place cheesy patty on top of toppings. Add desired sauces.
- Serve and Enjoy: Top with bun and serve hot with fries or salad.
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground beef for the juiciest burgers.
- Don’t press down on patties while cooking to retain moisture.
- Shape patties slightly wider than buns to account for shrinkage.
- Rest cooked patties before assembling for maximum juiciness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg