Description
Crack burgers are juicy, flavorful burgers with a crispy, cheesy edge. They get their name from their addictive taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 4 slices American cheese
- 4 hamburger buns
- 1 tbsp butter (for toasting buns)
Instructions
- Mix ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Divide into 4 equal portions and shape into thin patties.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook patties for 2-3 minutes per side until browned.
- Place a cheese slice on each patty and let melt.
- Butter the buns and toast them lightly in the skillet.
- Assemble burgers and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, press the patties with a spatula while cooking.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for the best crust.
- Customize toppings with lettuce, tomato, or pickles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: crack burger, cheeseburger, homemade burger, crispy burger