Beef Burger Avocado Bacon (Printable Version)
Juicy beef patty layered with avocado and crispy bacon on a toasted bun, perfect for a satisfying meal.
# What You Need:
→ For the Burger Patties
01 - 1.1 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)
02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
→ Toppings
06 - 2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and sliced
07 - 8 slices beef bacon
08 - 4 slices cheddar cheese (optional)
09 - 4 leaves romaine lettuce
10 - 4 slices tomato
11 - 4 burger buns, split and toasted
12 - 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
13 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
14 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
# Directions:
01 - Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
02 - Combine ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in a bowl. Mix gently and form into 4 equal patties, about ¾ inch thick.
03 - Cook the beef bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 4–5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
04 - Grill or pan-cook the burger patties for 3–4 minutes per side or until desired doneness. In the final minute, top each patty with a slice of cheddar cheese (if using) and cover to melt.
05 - Toast the burger buns lightly.
06 - Mix mayonnaise and Dijon mustard; spread on the bottom half of each bun.
07 - Layer lettuce, tomato, and red onion on each bun base. Top with a burger patty, slices of avocado, and 2 strips of beef bacon. Cover with the top buns and serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The beef bacon brings a smoky richness that regular pork bacon just cannot match, plus it crisps up beautifully without shrinking away to nothing
- That creamy avocado against the salty crispy beef creates this incredible contrast that makes every bite feel like a special occasion
02 -
- Never press down on your patties with a spatula while cooking because you are literally squeezing out all the flavorful juices that make a burger great
- Let the patties rest for just a couple of minutes after cooking if you can manage it because this redistributes the juices and prevents them from running out the moment you take a bite
03 -
- Make a small indentation in the center of each raw patty with your thumb because this prevents them from puffing up into balls while cooking
- Keep the patties cold until they hit the heat because this helps them hold their shape and develop better caramelization