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Smoked Cheddar Jalapeño Burgers with Crispy Bacon Burger Sauce

Smoked Cheddar Jalapeño Burgers with Crispy Bacon Sauce Bliss

Indulge in Smoked Cheddar Jalapeño Burgers with Crispy Bacon Sauce, a flavor-packed delight perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 750
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Burger Patties
  • 1 pound Ground Chuck (80/20) Can substitute with ground beef or turkey
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with pepper jack or gouda
  • 2 units Fresh Jalapeños Adjust quantity based on desired heat level
  • 2 tablespoons BBQ Rub Use pre-made mix or homemade blend
  • 1 cup Hickory Wood Chunks Cherry or apple wood are alternatives
  • 4 slices Pepper Jack Cheese Replace with cheddar if unavailable
Burger Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Plain yogurt or vegan mayo can be alternatives
  • 1 tablespoon Ketchup Can use barbecue sauce for richer flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Yellow Mustard Any mustard type works based on preference
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce Substitute with soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Sweet Relish Omit or replace with diced pickles
  • 4 slices Thick-Cut Bacon Use turkey bacon for lower-fat option
  • 1 teaspoon Tony’s Creole Seasoning Any Cajun seasoning works well
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Use Himalayan salt or freshly cracked pepper
Assembly
  • 6 units Brioche Buns Substitute with whole grain or gluten-free options

Equipment

  • smoker
  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Burger Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine ground chuck, shredded smoked cheddar, diced jalapeños, and BBQ rub.
  2. Divide the mixture into equal portions and form them into patties about ¾-inch thick.
  3. Preheat your smoker to 225°F using hickory wood chunks.
  4. Once the smoker is stable, place the patties on the grill rack.
  5. Smoke the patties for 60-75 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F.
  6. Prepare the bacon sauce by mixing mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, sweet relish, and minced bacon.
  7. In the last 5 minutes of smoking, add slices of pepper jack cheese on top of each patty.
  8. Assemble the burgers with a smoked patty, crispy bacon sauce, and other desired toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 750kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 55gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 20mg

Notes

For best results, use quality ingredients and monitor the cooking temperature closely.

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