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Smash Burgers with Baconnaise

These Smash Burgers with Baconnaise offer a juicy, flavor-packed experience with crispy edges and a unique blend of bacon and mayonnaise.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Baconnaise
  • 1 pound bacon Cook until crispy before mixing with mayonnaise.
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise You can use store-bought or homemade.
For the Burgers
  • 1 pound ground beef Use fresh ground beef, preferably 80/20 for juiciness.
  • to taste salt and pepper Season to your liking.
  • 4 slices cheese Cheddar or American cheese recommended.
  • 4 pieces burger buns Toast on the grill for additional flavor.
  • as desired lettuce, tomato, and other toppings Add additional toppings as desired.

Method
 

Prepare the Baconnaise
  1. Cook bacon in a pan until crispy. Remove bacon, let it cool, and chop into small pieces.
  2. Mix chopped bacon with mayonnaise to create the baconnaise.
Cook the Burgers
  1. Preheat your grill or skillet over high heat.
  2. Form the ground beef into loose balls, about 4-6 ounces each.
  3. Once the skillet is hot, place the meat balls on it and immediately smash them down with a spatula.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until crispy edges form, then flip the burgers.
  6. Add cheese slices on top and let it melt while finishing cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
Assemble the Burgers
  1. Toast the burger buns on the grill.
  2. Spread baconnaise on the buns, add the patty, and top with lettuce, tomato, and any other desired toppings.

Notes

Store leftovers by letting the burgers cool completely. Wrap in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze patties for up to 3 months without toppings.