Juicy smash burgers topped with creamy pumpkin-maple cheddar cheese and savory bacon. Perfect for fall!

Scale

1 lb ground beef (80/20)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup pumpkin puree

2 tbsp maple syrup

4 burger buns

4 slices cooked bacon

Salt and pepper to taste

Lettuce and tomato for toppings

1. 1. Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.

3. 2. In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree and maple syrup together, then fold in shredded cheddar cheese.

5. 3. Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and form into balls.

7. 4. Place the beef balls on the skillet and smash them down using a spatula to form patties.

9. 5. Season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side.

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11. 6. Flip the patties and place a scoop of the pumpkin-maple cheddar mixture on top, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted.

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13. 7. Toast the burger buns on the skillet until golden brown.

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15. 8. Assemble the burgers with lettuce, tomato, and bacon on the bottom bun, followed by the cheesy patties, then the top bun.

For extra flavor, you can add a drizzle of additional maple syrup on top before serving.

These burgers pair well with sweet potato fries or a side salad.

Keywords: pumpkin, burger, cheddar, fall, maple