Beef Burger with Avocado Bacon (Printable)
A juicy beef patty layered with creamy avocado and crispy bacon on a toasted bun.
# What You Need:
→ For the Burgers
01 - 1.1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
02 - 1 tsp salt
03 - 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
04 - 1 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1 tsp onion powder
→ Toppings
06 - 8 slices smoked bacon
07 - 2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and sliced
08 - 4 slices cheddar cheese
09 - 4 leaves lettuce
10 - 4 slices tomato
11 - 4 burger buns, halved and toasted
12 - 4 tbsp mayonnaise (optional)
13 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
02 - Mix the ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Shape into 4 equal patties, approximately 0.75 inch thick.
03 - Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 6-8 minutes. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
04 - Grill or pan-sear the beef patties for 3-4 minutes per side until reaching desired doneness. Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty during the final minute to melt.
05 - Toast the burger buns cut side down until golden and crispy.
06 - Spread mayonnaise on the bottom bun if desired. Layer lettuce, tomato, cheese-topped beef patty, bacon strips, avocado slices, and onion. Complete with the top bun.
07 - Serve immediately alongside your preferred sides.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- The crispy bacon and creamy avocado create this incredible texture contrast that keeps every bite interesting
- These burgers come together in under 30 minutes but taste like something from a serious restaurant
02 -
- Never press down on the patties with your spatula while they cook, or you will lose all those precious juices
- Let the burgers rest for a couple of minutes after cooking so the juices redistribute throughout the meat
03 -
- Ground beef that has never been frozen will give you the best texture and juiciness
- A splash of Worcestershire sauce mixed into the beef adds incredible umami flavor