Description
The Bacon Strawberry Shortcake Burger is a unique fusion of sweet and savory flavors. This burger features juicy beef patties, crispy bacon, fresh strawberries, and a dollop of whipped cream, all nestled between soft, buttery shortcake buns. It’s a delicious and inventive treat that’s perfect for impressing your guests at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- Burger Patties:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Toppings:
- 8 slices bacon, cooked until crispy
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- 4 shortcake buns, sliced in half
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Burger Patties:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well combined.
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties.
- Cook the Patties:
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the patties for 5-6 minutes on each side or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- Assemble the Burgers:
- Place each cooked patty on the bottom half of a shortcake bun.
- Top with crispy bacon, fresh strawberry slices, and whipped cream.
- Drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Place the top half of the shortcake bun on top and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a twist, try using a flavored whipped cream like vanilla or cinnamon.
- If shortcake buns are unavailable, substitute with brioche buns for a similar texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1050mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg