Buttery Onion Burger with American Cheese Recipe
This Butter Burger Recipe features a juicy, flavorful patty made from 90% lean ground beef, seasoned simply with kosher salt and black pepper. Topped with melted American cheese, caramelized sweet onions cooked in butter, and served on toasted homemade burger buns, this dish offers a rich, buttery twist on a classic American favorite. Perfect for a comforting meal, combining the savory goodness of butter with the timeless appeal of a cheeseburger.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Butter Onions
- 12 tablespoons salted butter, softened and divided (1¼ sticks)
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon water
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
For the Burger
- 1 pound 90% lean ground beef
- ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 homemade burger buns, toasted
- 4 slices American cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Butter Onions: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 6 tablespoons of the salted butter. Add the chopped sweet onion, 1 tablespoon of water, and ½ teaspoon of the kosher salt. Cook the onions slowly, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Form and Season Patties: Gently form the ground beef into four equal-sized patties, being careful not to overwork the meat. Sprinkle each patty with the remaining ¼ teaspoon kosher salt and ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper, evenly seasoning both sides.
- Cook the Burgers: In the same skillet or a clean pan over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of the remaining butter. Place the patties into the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium doneness, or longer depending on your preference. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of American cheese on each patty and cover the pan to melt the cheese thoroughly.
- Toast the Buns: While the burgers cook, slice and lightly toast the homemade burger buns until golden brown. This can be done in a toaster or on a separate pan with a bit of butter for extra flavor.
- Assemble the Butter Burgers: Spread some of the remaining softened butter (approximately 4 tablespoons) on both halves of each toasted bun. Place the cooked cheese-topped patties on the bottom buns, then add a generous spoonful of the caramelized butter onions on top. Cover with the top buns.
- Serve: Serve the butter burgers warm with your favorite sides. Enjoy the rich buttery flavor and caramelized onions that elevate this classic burger to the next level.
Notes
- Use salted butter to maximize the flavor of the onions and buns.
- Do not overwork the ground beef when forming patties to keep burgers tender.
- Adjust cooking time of patties based on desired doneness.
- For added richness, spread butter on both sides of the buns before toasting.
- Homemade burger buns add a fresh touch but store-bought buns can be used.
Keywords: Butter Burger, Cheeseburger, Butter Onions, Homemade Burger, American Cheese Burger