Description
This Crack Burger is packed with bold flavors, juicy beef, crispy bacon, and a creamy, cheesy ranch sauce that takes it over the top. Inspired by “crack chicken,” this burger brings together ranch seasoning, cheddar cheese, and smoky bacon for an addictive bite. Perfect for grilling or stovetop cooking, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Burger Patties:
- 1 ½ lbs (680g) ground beef (80/20 for best juiciness)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
For the Crack Sauce:
- ½ cup (120g) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (60g) mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning
- ½ cup (60g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons cooked and crumbled bacon
Toppings & Buns:
- 4 brioche or hamburger buns
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 slices crispy bacon
- Lettuce, tomato, and pickles (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the Crack Sauce:
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, shredded cheddar, and crumbled bacon.
- Stir until smooth and set aside.
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Make the Burger Patties:
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Gently mix and form into 4 patties (slightly larger than the buns as they shrink when cooking).
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Cook the Patties:
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat.
- Cook burgers for about 3–4 minutes per side (or until desired doneness).
- In the last minute of cooking, place a cheddar slice on each patty to melt.
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Assemble the Burgers:
- Toast the burger buns lightly.
- Spread a generous amount of crack sauce on the bottom bun.
- Add the cooked burger patty with melted cheese.
- Top with crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, and pickles (if using).
- Cover with the top bun.
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Serve & Enjoy:
- Serve immediately with fries, chips, or a side salad.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the crack sauce.
- For a leaner version, use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
- Make it a double stack by adding a second patty!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling or Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Crack Burger, Cheesy Ranch Burger, Bacon Ranch Burger, Juicy Burgers