Breakfast Burger with Bacon, Egg, and Cheddar Recipe
This hearty Breakfast Burger with Bacon and Egg combines flavorful ground beef and breakfast sausage patties topped with melted white cheddar, crispy bacon, fresh arugula, and a perfectly cooked egg. Served on toasted brioche buns with a spicy Sriracha mayo, it’s a delicious and satisfying way to start your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meats
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey
- ½ pound breakfast-style sausage in bulk or casings removed
Seasonings & Condiments
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ⅓ cup mayo or plain Greek yogurt (yogurt used)
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
Dairy
- 6 ounces freshly grated white cheddar cheese
Bread & Greens
- 6 brioche burger buns or English muffins
- Fresh arugula
Other
- 6 large eggs
- Canola oil for cooking the burgers
Instructions
- Bake the bacon: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with foil and place an ovenproof baking rack on top. Arrange the bacon slices in a single layer on the rack and bake for about 15 minutes, or until crisp, depending on bacon thickness. Remove and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and pat dry.
- Prepare the spicy sauce: In a small bowl, stir together the mayo (or Greek yogurt) and Sriracha. Set aside for serving.
- Mix and shape the patties: In a large bowl, lightly combine the ground beef, breakfast sausage, maple syrup, whole grain mustard, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper just until thoroughly mixed. Shape the mixture into six patties about 4½ inches in diameter, being careful not to overly compress the meat.
- Cook the patties: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of canola oil once hot to prevent sticking. Place the burger patties in the skillet and sear for 3 minutes on the first side. Flip and continue cooking for 3 to 4 minutes more, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Within the last few minutes of cooking, top each patty with grated white cheddar cheese to melt. Remove patties to a plate and cover to keep warm.
- Toast the buns: While the burgers cook, lightly toast the brioche buns or English muffins to your preference.
- Cook the eggs: Using the same skillet, cook the eggs over medium heat to your desired doneness — sunny side up or over easy with runny yolks recommended.
- Assemble the burgers: Spread a bit of the prepared sauce on the bottom halves of the buns. Layer fresh arugula, a cheese-topped burger patty, crispy bacon slices, and the fried egg. Top with the other half of the bun. Serve immediately and enjoy your hearty breakfast burger.
Notes
- To Store: Place cooked burger patties in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
- To Make Ahead: Uncooked burger patties can be tightly wrapped and stored in the refrigerator for 1 day or frozen for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before cooking. Let patties come to room temperature before grilling or cooking.
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