Ultimate Juicy Cheeseburger Recipe
Ingredients (Makes 4 Burgers)
🔹 For the Burger Patties:
500g (1 lb) ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp cold butter (grated or cubed, for extra juiciness)
🔹 Cheese & Toppings:
4 slices American cheese (or cheddar for a sharper taste)
4 burger buns (brioche for the best flavor)
1 tbsp butter (for toasting buns)
4 lettuce leaves
4 slices tomato
4 pickle slices
½ red onion, thinly sliced
🔹 Secret Burger Sauce:
½ cup mayo
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tsp mustard
1 tsp pickle relish
½ tsp garlic powder
🔥 How to Make the Best Cheeseburger
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1️⃣ Prepare the Sauce:
Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl and refrigerate.
2️⃣ Make the Patties:
In a bowl, mix ground beef with seasonings, Worcestershire sauce, and grated butter.
Form into 4 equal patties, slightly larger than the buns (they shrink when cooked).
3️⃣ Cook the Patties:
Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill over high heat.
Cook each patty for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Add cheese on top 30 seconds before removing, letting it melt.
4️⃣ Toast the Buns:
Butter the buns and toast them in the same pan for extra flavor.
5️⃣ Assemble the Burger:
Spread the secret sauce on both buns.
Layer lettuce, tomato, and pickles on the bottom bun.
Add the juicy cheeseburger patty.
Top with red onions and the top bun.
6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
Serve with crispy fries, onion rings, or a cold soda! 🍟🥤
🔥 Pro Tips for the Best Burger:
✅ Use high-fat ground beef (80/20) for extra juiciness.
✅ Grating butter into the patty makes it ultra juicy.
✅ Toast the buns for a restaurant-quality burger.
✅ Smash-style burgers (pressed on a hot skillet) have a crispy edge and amazing flavor.