Description
Inspired by the Canyon Creek classic, this gourmet beef burger layers sharp cheddar, crispy bacon, roasted jalapeños, creamy goat cheese, and sweet onion jam on a toasted pretzel bun—delivering a perfect blend of savory, spicy, creamy, and sweet.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1/4 cup goat cheese
- 2 jalapeños, sliced and roasted
- 1/4 cup onion jam or caramelized onions
- 2 pretzel buns
- 1 tbsp butter (for toasting buns)
- Optional: fresh arugula or lettuce
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
- Form ground beef into 2 equal patties and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Grill patties for 3–4 minutes per side until desired doneness. In the last minute, top each with cheddar cheese and allow to melt.
- Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Roast jalapeño slices on a hot pan or under a broiler until charred and softened.
- Slice pretzel buns and spread butter on the cut sides. Toast in a skillet or on the grill until golden brown.
- To assemble, spread goat cheese on the bottom bun, place the patty with melted cheddar, then top with bacon, roasted jalapeños, and onion jam.
- Finish with the top bun and serve hot with fries or a side salad.
Notes
- Use room-temperature goat cheese for easier spreading.
- Pretzel buns add a unique chew and saltiness but can be substituted with brioche or ciabatta.
- Onion jam can be homemade or store-bought; caramelized onions work as a great alternative.
- For less heat, remove seeds from the jalapeños before roasting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
