classic BBQ cheeseburger with a sesame seed bun. Here’s a simple homemade version you can try:
🍔 BBQ Cheeseburger Recipe
🥩 Ingredients (Makes 2 burgers)
For the patties:
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400 g (14 oz) ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
Other:
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2 sesame seed burger buns
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2 slices cheddar cheese
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4 tbsp BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
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2 tbsp mayonnaise or butter (optional, for buns)
Optional toppings:
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Pickles
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Sliced onions
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Lettuce
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Tomato
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Form the patties
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Divide beef into 2 equal portions.
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Gently shape into patties slightly larger than the buns.
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Press a small dent in the center (prevents puffing).
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Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
2️⃣ Cook the patties
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Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high.
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Cook 3–4 minutes per side (for medium), flipping once.
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In the last minute, place a slice of cheddar on each patty and cover to melt.
3️⃣ Toast the buns
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Lightly butter or spread mayo on the cut sides.
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Toast in a pan until golden.
4️⃣ Assemble
Bottom bun → patty with melted cheese → generous BBQ sauce → optional toppings → top bun.
💡 Pro Tips
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For extra flavor, brush BBQ sauce on the patty during the last minute of cooking.
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Let the burger rest 2–3 minutes before serving.
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Want it juicier? Don’t press down on the patty while cooking.
If you’d like, I can also give you:
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A smash burger version
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A grilled outdoor BBQ version
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Or a homemade BBQ sauce recipe 😋