with Caramelized Onions and BBQ Sauce
Ingredients:
For the Burger Patties:
1 ½ lbs ground beef (preferably 80/20 for juiciness)
Salt and pepper, to taste
6 slices cheddar cheese
6 burger buns, buttered and toasted
Caramelized Onions:
2 large onions, thinly sliced
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
BBQ Sauce:
½ cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
Additional Toppings (Optional):
Lettuce
Pickles
Mayonnaise
Instructions:
1️⃣ Caramelize the Onions:
In a skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden brown. Add brown sugar and balsamic vinegar (optional) to enhance the sweetness, and cook for another 5 minutes. Set aside.
2️⃣ Prepare the Burger Patties:
Form the ground beef into 6 loose balls (about ¼ pound each). Heat a griddle or large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place a ball of ground beef on the griddle and use a spatula to smash it down into a thin patty. Season with salt and pepper. Let it cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to get a crispy crust, then flip and cook for another minute. Add a slice of cheddar cheese on top to melt. Repeat for the remaining patties.
3️⃣ Assemble the Burger:
Layer the burgers by stacking 2-3 patties on each bun, depending on how tall you want the burger. Add a generous helping of caramelized onions between the patties. Drizzle BBQ sauce over the top.
4️⃣ Finish with Toppings:
Add any additional toppings you prefer, such as lettuce, pickles, or mayonnaise. Top with the buttered and toasted bun.
5️⃣ Serve:
Serve these towering burgers immediately with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Notes:
For even more indulgence, add crispy bacon between the layers!
Prep Time: 20 mins | Cooking Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 50 mins | Servings: 3-4