Crack Smash Burgers

This Crack Smash Burger recipe makes crispy onion smash burgers loaded with bacon, cheddar, sour cream, and melty cheese. Cooks in just 5 minutes!

Prep Time15

Cook Time5

Chill30

Total Time50

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Crack Smash Burgers

Servings: burgers

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Skillet

Ingredients

1 lb. ground beef
3 tbsp sour cream
¼ cup cooked and crumbled bacon 3 strips
8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese
1 packet dry French onion soup mix about 2 oz
1 small onion thinly sliced
4 slices cheddar cheese
4 hamburger buns
condiments of choice mustard, mayo, ketchup, pickles, etc.
optional toppings: lettuce, tomato slices

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine ground beef, sour cream, bacon, shredded cheese, and dry onion soup mix. Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and roll into balls, then chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Spray a skillet or griddle with nonstick spray and lightly toast your buns. Set aside.
Get your skillet or griddle hot.
Place a sliced onion round on the hot griddle. Put a ball of ground beef on top of the onions.
Using a sturdy spatula, either spray it or use a small piece of parchment paper (to prevent sticking), smash the beef down onto the onions, creating about ¼-inch thick patties.
Cook each patty for 2-3 minutes until the edges are crispy. Very carefully flip, cooking for another minute.
Add a slice of cheese to each patty and let it melt.
Assemble the burgers by placing each patty on a toasted bun. Add your preferred condiments and optional toppings. If you're looking for a double burger, just top two patties on one bun. Serve and enjoy!

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Notes

How do I know when the burgers are done cooking? These burgers only need 2-3 minutes on the first side, then about 1 minute after flipping, before adding the cheese. Look for a deep golden-brown crust and with an internal temperature of 160°F.

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