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Close up of a seared beef patty with melted cheddar and ranch sauce on a sesame brioche bun. (Crack Burgers Recipe)

Crack Burgers Recipe with Runny Egg and Crispy Bacon

This Crack Burgers Recipe features a juicy beef patty stuffed with bacon and cheddar, topped with a runny fried egg, crispy bacon strips, and creamy ranch on a toasted brioche bun. Pure burger perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 845
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Burger Patty Mix
  • 1.5 lbs Ground Beef 80/20 chuck (680g)
  • 1/2 cup Crispy Bacon Bits Pre-cooked (120ml)
  • 1/2 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese 1/4-inch cubes (115g)
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
Toppings & Bun
  • 4 units Brioche Buns Toasted
  • 4 large Eggs Fried sunny-side up
  • 8 strips Smoky Bacon Crispy cooked
  • 4 slices Cheddar Cheese Thick slices
  • 1/4 cup Ranch Sauce Opaque white (60ml)
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds Toasted

Equipment

  • 1 Cast Iron Skillet Essential for a deep sear
  • 1 Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Prepare the Meat
  1. In a bowl, gently fold ground beef, bacon bits, and cheddar cubes. Do not overwork.
  2. Shape into 4 thick patties with a thumbprint in the center.
Cooking
  1. Sear in a hot cast-iron skillet for 4-5 mins per side until dark brown. Top with cheddar slices in the last minute.
  2. Fry eggs in butter until whites are set but yolks are glossy and runny.
Assemble
  1. Layer toasted bun, ranch, patty, bacon strips, and the egg. Top with sesame bun.

Notes

Use 80/20 beef for the best sear and juice.
Don't skip the thumbprint in the middle of the patty; it keeps them flat during cooking.