Smash Burger Double Cheese BBQ (Print-Friendly Version)
Savor juicy double smash burgers layered with melty cheese and fresh toppings for ultimate flavor.
# Ingredients:
→ For the burgers
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450 grams 80/20 ground beef
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15 millilitres Worcestershire sauce
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2.5 grams garlic powder
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5 grams salt, plus more to taste
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2.5 grams cracked black pepper, plus more to taste
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8 slices American cheese
→ For assembly
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4 hamburger buns, split and toasted with butter
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Shredded lettuce
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Sliced tomatoes
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Pickles
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Sliced onion
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Smash burger sauce
# Steps:
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In a mixing bowl, gently blend the ground beef with the Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder by hand until the seasonings are evenly incorporated. Avoid overmixing to preserve texture.
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Divide the seasoned beef into 8 equal portions, approximately 57 grams each, and form into balls.
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Heat a large cast iron skillet or flat top grill over high heat until extremely hot.
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Arrange beef balls on the surface and firmly flatten each with a burger press or two large spatulas, making them wider than the buns, as they will shrink slightly during cooking.
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Sprinkle the smashed patties with salt and pepper. Cook for 45-60 seconds, allowing the edges to brown and the tops to turn pale.
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Flip each patty, season again with salt and pepper, then immediately top each with a slice of cheese. Quickly stack one patty on top of another to form 4 double patties.
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Butter the cut sides of the hamburger buns. Toast on a skillet over medium-low heat until golden and crisp.
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Place each double patty on a toasted bun. Top with lettuce, tomato, pickles, onion, and smash burger sauce as desired. Serve immediately.
# Notes & Tips:
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For optimal results when smashing the patties, use a piece of wax paper between the burger and the press to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
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To keep burgers warm if working in batches, wrap them in foil after assembling with buns, then add toppings just before serving.
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American cheese delivers the ideal melt, though other sliced cheeses may be substituted to preference.
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Store-bought or potato buns allow the flavours of the beef to stand out, as opposed to stronger flavoured options such as brioche.
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Alternative seasoning blends such as cheesesteak or buttery burger seasonings may be added for a different flavour profile.