Barbecued Cheddar Burgers

Fire up the grill and sink your teeth into these irresistible Barbecued Cheddar Burgers—juicy, flavor-packed patties that are perfect for your next backyard barbecue. Made with lean ground beef infused with smoky barbecue sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder, these burgers are seasoned to perfection and topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese. The recipe is quick and simple, featuring a 25-minute total prep and cook time, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings. Toasted buttered buns add a hint of crunch, while fresh lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and zesty red onions provide a crisp contrast to the savory burger. Add a dollop of creamy mayonnaise, and you’ve got a classic burger with a smoky twist. Serve these crowd-pleasers with your favorite sides, and watch them disappear in no time! Perfect keywords for this recipe include "BBQ burgers," "cheddar cheese burgers," and "grilled beef burgers."

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80% lean)
• 0.25 cup Barbecue sauce
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 slice Cheddar cheese slices
• 4 piece Hamburger buns
• 4 piece Lettuce leaves
• 4 slice Tomato slices
• 4 slice Red onion slices
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoon Butter (optional, for toasting buns)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, barbecue sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until all ingredients are evenly distributed, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 2

Divide the meat mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4-inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to help it cook evenly.

Step 3

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Place the burger patties on the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness (160°F for medium doneness).

Step 5

During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.

Step 6

Optional: While the burgers are cooking, spread butter on the inside of each hamburger bun and toast them on the grill for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers: Spread mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun. Add a leaf of lettuce, a grilled burger patty with melted cheese, a slice of tomato, and a slice of red onion. Top with the other half of the bun.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Barbecued Cheddar Burgers with your favorite side dishes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1118.4 grams (1118.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2771

Total Fat 211.50g	271%
Saturated Fat 86.90g	435%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 534mg	178%
Sodium 4019mg	175%
Total Carbohydrate 113.70g	41%
Dietary Fiber 59.80g	214%
Total Sugars 27.40g
Protein 163.60g	327%

Vitamin D 46IU	232%
Calcium 1068mg	82%
Iron 15mg	86%
Potassium 1643mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.2%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 15.1%