Crack Burgers
Introduction
Crack Burgers are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, delivering intense flavor thanks to a creamy cheese and ranch combination, crispy bacon, and perfectly seasoned beef. These burgers earn their name for being truly irresistible—once you take a bite, you’ll keep coming back for more.
With easy preparation and big rewards, Crack Burgers are ideal for cookouts, weeknight dinners, or game day feasts. Their unique flavor profile and melty, savory toppings elevate a classic burger into an unforgettable meal.
What Makes Crack Burgers Irresistible?
What sets Crack Burgers apart is the signature “crack” topping: a mixture of cream cheese, shredded cheddar, ranch seasoning, and smoky bacon, all melted together over a juicy beef patty. Sandwiched inside a toasted bun and paired with your favorite fixings, every bite is loaded with savory richness and a burst of flavor.
You can even turn this burger into a weeknight staple by tweaking the toppings or swapping the protein—a perfect canvas for creativity and culinary fun.
Crafting the Ultimate Burger Patty
Begin with fresh ground beef, shaped gently to avoid compacting the meat, which results in a juicier patty. A light hand when forming each patty ensures tenderness and the ideal bite.
For speedy prep, especially if you’re making burgers for a crowd, use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper to quickly dice onions and other toppings, saving time while keeping your prep area organized.
Cook your patties in a hot skillet, on the grill, or use an COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1 for even, hands-off cooking and perfect results every time.
Irresistible Toppings for Crack Burgers
The signature topping—made by blending cream cheese, cheddar, ranch seasoning, and cooked bacon—should be prepared in advance. For the silkiest consistency, mix using a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, ensuring everything integrates quickly and smoothly.
Once your patties are hot and nearly finished, spread a generous dollop of this cheese-bacon blend over each one and let it melt to oozy perfection. Serve on toasted buns and top with crisp lettuce, tomato, and pickles.
Serving Suggestions That Shine
Serve Crack Burgers with classic sides like fries or a crisp salad (transport your salad easily with the Bentgo Salad Container for picnics or lunches). For casual gatherings, lay out a simple disposable table cloth like the Pureegg Plastic Table Cloth, White to protect your table and make cleanup a breeze.
A cold, refreshing drink in a sturdy tumbler, like the Stanley Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler, rounds out this satisfying meal.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe makes 4 hearty burgers. Each serving contains roughly 650–750 calories, depending on toppings and bun choice. Crack Burgers deliver protein, flavor, and a healthy dose of decadence—perfect for a special treat.
Crack Burgers Recap
Crack Burgers are the ultimate fusion of creamy, cheesy, smoky, and savory—sure to be the highlight of any gathering. With juicy beef patties, melty cheese-bacon ranch topping, and all your favorite fixings, there’s no resisting this upgrade!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare the bacon: Use the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet to cook bacon until crisp. Drain and crumble.
- In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar, ranch seasoning, and bacon. Blend with a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender for a super smooth topping.
- Divide ground beef into 4 patties. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Cook patties in your preferred method: grill, skillet, or use a COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1 for 10–12 minutes at 370°F. Check doneness using a ThermoPro TP19H Digital Meat Thermometer; aim for 160°F for safety.
- During the last 2 minutes of cooking, spread cheese-bacon ranch topping over each patty and let melt.
- Toast buns lightly and assemble burgers with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and your cheesy topping-covered patty. Add sliced jalapeños if desired.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides and enjoy the crave-worthy flavors!
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes