Celebrate national Beef Burger Day with the ultimate Jalapeño & Cheddar Smash Burger. This smash burger is simple to make, but packed full of flavor in every bite. The secret ingredient to making simple yet delicious burgers is by using quality ingredients. That’s why using Prime Dry-Aged Ground Beef from the Bearded Butchers Online Meat Shop is key. Make these smash burgers for a summertime cookout, game day, or just because it sounds too good to pass up.
Yield: 6 servings
Portion Size: 1 Burger
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Total Time: 35 Minutes
Ingredients:
- 6 Brioche Burger Buns
- 2 lbs Dry-Aged Ground Beef
- 1 Tbsp of The Bearded Butcher Bold Seasoning Blend
- 12 Cheddar Cheese Slices
- 1 Onion, Very Thinly Sliced
- 2 Jalapeños, Very Thinly Sliced
- Homemade Burger Sauce - Ingredients Listed Below
Instructions:
- Start by dividing the ground beef into 2.5-ounce portions and gently rolling them into balls. Avoid overworking the beef to keep the burgers tender.
- Heat a flat-top griddle or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until it’s smoking hot. Place the beef onto the griddle and immediately smash them flat using a burger press or sturdy spatula.
- Top with the thinly sliced onions and fresh jalapeños. Season each patty generously with Bearded Butcher Bold Blend.
- Cook until a crispy crust forms on the bottom of the burgers. Flip the patties and allow the onions and jalapeños to cook directly into the beef while the second side finishes cooking.
- Toast the brioche buns until golden brown. Place a slice of cheddar cheese onto each patty and allow it to melt perfectly over the burgers.
- Spread the homemade burger sauce onto the toasted buns, then stack two patties onto each burger. Finish with the top bun and serve immediately.
Ingredients Needed to make the Burger Sauce:
- ½ Cup Mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp Ketchup
- 1 tsp of The Bearded Butcher Rebel Red Hot Sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- 2 tsp Pickle Juice
- ½ tsp of The Bearded Butcher Bold Seasoning Blend
How to Make the Burger Sauce:
- This tangy burger sauce is incredibly simple to make. Just combine The Bearded Butcher Rebel Red Sauce, mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and dill pickle juice. Finish the sauce by seasoning it with The Bearded Butcher Bold Blend. Mix everything together until it’s smooth and fully combined.
Notes:
- Using 2.5-ounce beef portions creates the perfect thin smash burger with crispy edges.
- For even richer flavor, try using Tajima Wagyu Ground Beef from the Bearded Butcher’s Online Meat Shop.
- Thinly sliced onions and jalapeños cook faster and become more tender on the griddle.
- Chef’s Tip: A mandolin slicer works great for achieving ultra-thin, even slices.
These Jalapeño & Cheddar Smash Burgers are everything a great burger should be - juicy, cheesy, and packed with bold flavor. The combination of dry-aged beef, melty cheddar cheese, sweet onions, and fresh jalapeños creates the perfect balance in every bite. Whether you’re making these for a backyard cookout, burger night at home, or to celebrate National Beef Burger Day, this recipe is guaranteed to become a favorite.
