Description
This Apple Cider Bacon Cheddar Burger combines the savory flavors of grilled beef, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar cheese with a sweet and tangy apple cider glaze. Perfect for a fall cookout!
Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef
– 4 slices of bacon
– 4 slices of cheddar cheese
– 4 hamburger buns
– 1/4 cup apple cider
– 1 tablespoon brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Lettuce, tomato, and onion for toppings
Instructions
1.
2. 1. In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
3. 2. In a small saucepan, combine apple cider, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Bring to a boil and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
4. 3. Season the ground beef with salt and pepper, then form into 4 patties.
5. 4. Grill the patties over medium heat for about 5 minutes per side, adding a slice of cheddar cheese during the last minute of cooking.
6. 5. Toast the hamburger buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes.
7. 6. Assemble the burgers: place the beef patty on the bun, top with bacon, drizzle with the apple cider glaze, and add lettuce, tomato, and onion as desired.
Notes
– For a spicier kick, add some jalapeños.
– You can use turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: burger, bacon, cheddar, apple cider