Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Bacon Mac ‘n’ Cheese Stuffed Burger. Juicy beef patties are stuffed with creamy mac ‘n’ cheese and crispy bacon, creating a mouthwatering explosion of flavors with every bite. Perfect for a cookout or a hearty family meal, this burger takes comfort food to a whole new level.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup prepared mac ‘n’ cheese
- 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 hamburger buns
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter (for buns)
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, ketchup, mustard
Instructions
- Prepare the Mac ‘n’ Cheese: Cook mac ‘n’ cheese according to package instructions. Let it cool slightly.
- Cook the Bacon: Fry the bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces.
- Form Burger Patties: Divide ground beef into 8 equal portions and flatten into thin patties.
- Stuff the Burgers: Place a spoonful of mac ‘n’ cheese, bacon, and cheddar cheese onto 4 patties. Top with another patty and seal the edges.
- Season and Grill: Season both sides of each patty with salt and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes per side.
- Toast the Buns: Melt butter in a pan and toast the buns until golden.
- Assemble the Burgers: Place the cooked patties on buns, add desired toppings, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding a slice of your favorite cheese on top of the patty during the last minute of grilling.
- You can substitute the beef with turkey or plant-based patties for a healthier or vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Bacon Mac 'n' Cheese Stuffed Burger, stuffed burger, comfort food, grilling, mac 'n' cheese burger