Description
This Spicy Jalapeño Cheeseburger is the perfect blend of heat and cheesy goodness! Juicy beef patties are topped with melted cheese, spicy jalapeños, and flavorful toppings, making this the ultimate burger for spice lovers.
Ingredients
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For the Burger Patties:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
For the Toppings:
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños
- 4 brioche burger buns
- 2 tbsp butter (for toasting buns)
- 4 slices tomato
- 1/4 cup sliced onions
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the burger patties: In a bowl, mix ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Form into 4 patties.
- Cook the patties: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked to desired doneness.
- Melt the cheese: Place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each patty and let it melt.
- Toast the buns: Spread butter on the buns and toast until golden.
- Assemble the burger: Spread mayo (mixed with hot sauce if desired) on buns, add tomato slices, onions, burger patty, and jalapeños.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh jalapeños for an extra spicy kick.
- Swap pepper jack cheese for cheddar or blue cheese for a different flavor.
- Add crispy bacon for even more flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Stoveto
- Cuisine: American