Description
Indulge in the ultimate burger experience with this Double-Decker Jalapeño Popper Smash Burger. Juicy beef patties filled with a creamy jalapeño cheddar mixture, topped with crispy bacon, and finished with a drizzle of ranch dressing.
Ingredients
For the Jalapeño Cream Cheese Filling:
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup pickled jalapeño slices
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
For the Burgers:
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef (80/20), divided into 8 equal balls
- 4 brioche burger buns, toasted
- 8 slices bacon, cooked until crispy
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
- 2 tbsp sliced green onions (for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Jalapeño Cream Cheese Filling: In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar, jalapeños, garlic powder, and onion powder until combined. Set aside.
- Cook the Patties: Preheat a griddle over medium-high heat. Smash beef balls flat, season, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side. Top half with cheese mixture and stack with another patty. Melt cheese under cover.
- Assemble the Burgers: Toast buns, stack patties, add bacon, drizzle with ranch, sprinkle green onions, and top with bun. Serve hot.
Notes
- For added spice, use fresh jalapeños instead of pickled.
- Add pepper jack cheese for extra kick.
- Best served immediately, but patties can be made ahead and reheated.
