Firecracker Cheeseburger

Ignite your taste buds with the bold and zesty flavors of the Firecracker Cheeseburger! This mouthwatering recipe features juicy, seasoned beef patties topped with melty pepper jack cheese and nestled in buttery brioche buns. The star of the show? A fiery yet creamy homemade firecracker sauce, crafted with sriracha, mayo, honey, and a splash of vinegar for the perfect balance of heat and tang. Crispy fried onions add an irresistible crunch, while fresh lettuce and ripe tomato slices provide a refreshing contrast. Serve these easy-to-make burgers with your favorite sides for a dinner that’s guaranteed to impress. Perfect for BBQs, weeknight meals, or anytime you’re craving a flavor-packed burger!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
• 4 slices pepper jack cheese slices
• 4 brioche burger buns
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
• 3 tbsp mayo
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tsp white vinegar
• 0.5 cup crispy fried onions
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 8 tomato slices

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Mix until just combined. Do not overwork the meat.

Step 2

Divide the seasoned beef into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty, approximately 1/2 inch thick. Use your thumb to make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent bulging during cooking.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together sriracha sauce, mayo, honey, and white vinegar to create the firecracker sauce. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the burger patties for about 4 minutes on one side, then flip them over.

Step 5

Place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each patty while the second side cooks for another 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to your desired level of doneness.

Step 6

While the patties are cooking, spread butter evenly on the insides of the brioche buns. Toast the buns on a separate skillet or under a broiler until golden brown.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers: Spread a generous layer of firecracker sauce onto the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a lettuce leaf and two tomato slices on each. Add the cooked cheeseburger patty on top.

Step 8

Top the patty with crispy fried onions and another drizzle of firecracker sauce. Place the top bun on each burger.

Step 9

Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes or fries!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1167.4 grams (1167.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3168

Total Fat 222.20g	285%
Saturated Fat 94.10g	471%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 615mg	205%
Sodium 6054mg	263%
Total Carbohydrate 154.00g	56%
Dietary Fiber 7.00g	25%
Total Sugars 36.70g
Protein 127.10g	254%

Vitamin D 33IU	163%
Calcium 1072mg	82%
Iron 19mg	106%
Potassium 1945mg	41%

*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: 64.0%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 19.7%