Four-Patty Cheeseburger
A towering, indulgent burger with four juicy beef patties, melted cheese, and crispy bacon, stacked on a toasted bun. Perfect for a special occasion or when you're really hungry.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 850
- Protein
- 48g
Ingredients
- 2 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 8 slices bacon
- 4 slices American cheese
- 4 burger buns
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- 1
Divide the 2 lb ground beef into 4 equal portions and gently shape each into a loose ball. Season both sides with the 1 tsp salt and 0.5 tsp black pepper.
- 2
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook the 8 bacon slices until crispy, about 6-8 minutes, turning once. Transfer to paper towels and pour off most of the bacon fat, leaving a thin coating.
- 3
Place the beef balls in the hot skillet and press flat with a spatula into patties about 4 inches wide. Cook without moving until a deep brown crust forms, about 3-4 minutes.
- 4
Flip the patties and immediately top each with 1 slice of American cheese. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and the patties reach your desired doneness (medium-rare is 130°F).
- 5
While the patties cook, spread the 2 tbsp butter on the cut sides of the 4 burger buns. Toast them in a separate skillet or on the griddle until golden, about 1-2 minutes.
- 6
Assemble each burger: place one patty on the bottom bun, add 2 slices of bacon, then repeat with the remaining patties and bacon. Top with the bun crown and serve immediately.
- 7
Let the burgers rest for 2 minutes before serving to let the juices redistribute.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet or griddle
- spatula
- paper towels
- butter knife
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