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Smoked Cheddar Jalapeño Burgers

Smoked Cheddar Jalapeño Burgers for Ultimate Summer Grilling

Experience the flavor explosion of Smoked Cheddar Jalapeño Burgers that are perfect for summer grilling!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 1 lb Ground Chuck 80/20 meat-to-fat ratio for juiciness
  • 2 medium Fresh Jalapeños Adjust quantity based on heat preference
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Fresh smoked cheddar recommended
  • 2 tbsp BBQ Rub Season generously
For Smoking
  • 2 cups Hickory Wood Chunks Essential for smokiness
For Serving
  • 4 buns Toasted Brioche Buns Perfect for holding the burger and sauce
For the Crispy Bacon Sauce
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Creamy base for the sauce
  • 2 tbsp Ketchup Provides sweetness
  • 2 tbsp Yellow Mustard Adds tang
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Adds umami depth
  • 2 tbsp Sweet Relish Optional for sweetness
  • 4 slices Minced Crispy Bacon Adds crunch and flavor
  • 1 tsp Tony's Creole Seasoning Optional for extra zest

Equipment

  • Smoker
  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Burger Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground chuck, diced jalapeños, and shredded smoked cheddar cheese. Stir in BBQ rub while mixing gently.
  2. Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape into patties, approximately ¾ inch thick.
  3. Preheat your smoker to 225°F, and add hickory wood chunks. Place the patties on the grill grate and smoke for 60 to 75 minutes.
Crispy Bacon Sauce Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, sweet relish, minced crispy bacon, and Tony's Creole seasoning. Chill in the refrigerator.
Final Steps
  1. Top each patty with slices of pepper jack cheese in the last few minutes of smoking to melt.
  2. Toast the brioche buns on the grill, then assemble the burgers by slathering the crispy bacon sauce on the buns and layering the patties.
  3. Serve hot and enjoy the burst of flavors!

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow the crispy bacon sauce to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to meld flavors.

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