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Smash Burgers with Baconnaise Sauce

Smash Burgers with Baconnaise Sauce for Epic Flavor Joy

Enjoy Smash Burgers with Baconnaise Sauce, a quick and flavorful meal for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Burger
  • 2 pounds Ground Chuck Choose 80/20 for juicy burgers.
  • 2 White Onions Thinly sliced; soak to mellow their sharpness.
  • 1/2 pound Bacon Adds smokiness and crunch; turkey bacon optional.
  • Salt Essential seasoning.
  • Pepper Essential seasoning.
  • Garlic Essential seasoning.
  • Mustard Enhances flavor during cooking.
  • Pepper Jack Cheese Sliced, creamy with spicy kick.
  • Burger Buns Toasted; whole wheat or gluten-free optional.
  • Avocado Oil Use for high-heat grilling.
For the Baconnaise Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayo Creamy base of the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Ketchup Adds sweetness and tang.
  • 2 tablespoons Mustard For extra kick.
  • 1/2 pound Crispy Bacon Chopped, can double for more flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Deepens flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Balances richness.
  • 1 tablespoon All-Purpose Rub Mix of seasonings.
  • 1 tablespoon Red Pepper Flakes Adds heat.

Equipment

  • Griddle
  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Form the ground chuck into balls weighing about 1/3 pound each and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Thinly slice the onions and soak them in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain.
  3. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 7-10 minutes, then chop.
  4. Mix the mayo, ketchup, mustard, chopped bacon, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, all-purpose rub, and red pepper flakes together and refrigerate.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large griddle or skillet over medium-high heat and apply avocado oil.
  2. Place burger balls on the griddle, smash them flat, and season.
  3. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden, drizzle mustard before flipping, and add cheese.
  4. Toast burger buns cut-side down for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  5. Assemble burgers with Baconnaise on the bottom bun, then add patty and more sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 40gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store cooked Smash Burgers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, separated with parchment paper. For longer storage, wrap individually and freeze for up to 3 months.

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