Barbecued Cheddar Burgers Recipe

Fire up the grill for these juicy Barbecued Cheddar Burgers! A summer grilling recipe that's a delicious twist on the classic burger. Perfect for a family cookout, these easy-to-make patties (8 child-sized and 4 adult-sized) are cooked to medium-well for safety and maximum flavor. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 399.8 kcal
Protein 66g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Barbecued Cheddar Burgers

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Barbecued Cheddar Burgers

  • Lean Ground Beef
  • Barbecue Sauce
  • Garlic Powder
  • Salt
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Cheddar Cheese
  • Hamburger Buns With Sesame Seeds
  • Lettuce Leaf
  • Tomato slices, as needed

How to Make Barbecued Cheddar Burgers

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1.5 lbs ground beef, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup BBQ sauce, and 1 large egg, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  2. Gently fold in 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
  3. Shape half of the meat mixture into eight 1/2-inch thick patties.
  4. Shape the remaining meat mixture into four 1-inch thick patties.
  5. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
  6. Grill patties for 6-8 minutes per side for the 1/2-inch patties and 8-10 minutes per side for the 1-inch patties, or until cooked to medium-well. Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking.
  7. Place the cooked burgers on the bottom halves of your buns.
  8. Top with lettuce, tomato slices, and the top halves of the buns. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

39g

Carbs

7g