Description
A juicy beef burger topped with melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, a fried egg, sautéed jalapeños, and sweet blackberry jelly for the ultimate savory and sweet combination.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 hamburger buns (preferably brioche or pretzel buns)
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 slices cooked bacon
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sautéed jalapeños (sliced)
- 1/4 cup blackberry jelly or jam
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season ground beef with salt and pepper; form into 4 equal patties.
- Grill or cook patties 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare or longer to desired doneness.
- During last minute, top each patty with cheddar slice and let melt.
- Cook bacon in skillet over medium heat until crispy; drain on paper towels.
- In same skillet, fry eggs sunny-side up or to preference (3-4 minutes).
- Sauté sliced jalapeños in skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until soft and slightly charred.
- Lightly toast burger buns on grill or skillet.
- Spread blackberry jelly on bottom bun halves.
- Layer with burger patty with cheese, bacon, fried egg, and sautéed jalapeños.
- Top with bun halves, serve, and enjoy.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeño quantity for preferred spice level.
- Use fresh or good-quality blackberry jelly for best flavor.
- Cook eggs and bacon simultaneously to save time.
- Toast buns to add crunch and prevent sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: Approx. 6 g
- Sodium: Approx. 700 mg
- Fat: Approx. 35 g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 30 g
- Fiber: Approx. 2 g
- Protein: Approx. 40 g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 180 mg
