Description
Listen up, because I’m about to change your burger game forever. These aren’t your average backyard burgers. These are the burgers that will have people literally begging you for the recipe. I call them “Crack Burgers” because they’re so ridiculously good, they’re basically legally addictive. The secret? It’s all in the mix-ins, the seasoning, and a few tricks that’ll make you look like a total grilling genius.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Burger Patties:
- 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 is the magic ratio – don’t mess with lean meat here)
- 1/2 cup crushed Ritz crackers (yes, crackers – trust the process)
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives or green onions
The Magical Seasoning Blend:
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix (from the packet)
- 1 tbsp Montreal steak seasoning
- 1 tsp smoky paprika
- Optional: 1 tsp cayenne if you want a kick
For the Cheese Situation:
- 8 slices of american cheese (don’t you dare use the plastic-wrapped stuff)
- 8 slices of pepper jack cheese
- Optional: cream cheese for extra madness
The Burger Accessories:
- 8 brioche burger buns
- 1/4 cup softened butter
- Crispy bacon strips
- Caramelized onions
- Lettuce
- Tomato
- Pickles
- Your favorite burger sauce (more on this later)