Smash Burgers with Baconnaise Sauce (Print)
Crispy-edged burgers meet a bacon-mayo sauce for rich, layered flavor and satisfying texture.
# What You'll Need:
→ Burger Components
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1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
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4 hamburger buns
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4 slices American cheese
→ Baconnaise Sauce
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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4 slices cooked bacon, chopped
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Additional Items
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Butter, for toasting buns
# How to Make It:
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Preheat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
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Mix mayonnaise, chopped bacon, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
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Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions (about 4 ounces each) and form each portion into a loose ball without compacting it too much. Season each ball with salt and pepper.
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Place the beef balls on the hot skillet and immediately smash them down with a spatula to form thin patties. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the edges are crispy and browned.
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Flip the patties, add a slice of cheese to each, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted.
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Spread butter on the insides of the hamburger buns and toast them on a separate skillet until golden brown.
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Spread a generous amount of baconnaise sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Place a burger patty on top, then add any additional toppings (lettuce, tomato, pickles, etc.). Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.
# Additional Notes:
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For a spicier kick, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the baconnaise sauce.
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You can swap out the American cheese for cheddar or pepper jack for a different flavor profile.