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Biting into one of these burgers is awesome, with juicy beef, crisp bacon, and a sweet bit of pineapple all in one. Bake them in your oven for an easy, big barbecue vibe any day. Friends and family are always happy when I bring these to the table, whether it’s a chill weeknight or a big summer bash.
The first time I switched to the oven for these was a stormy summer holiday and they vanished fast. Even my pickiest kid grabbed seconds—that never happens.
Tasty Ingredients
- Bakery style burger buns: Soft and rich brioche buns make every bite fluffy and buttery Toast for crunch if you want a little texture
- Fresh pineapple slices: Slice them about half an inch thick for full flavor Look for bright fragrant pineapples or grab good canned rings in juice not syrup
- Smoked bacon: Go for uncooked center-cut or regular strips These get crispy and keep the flavor bold Skip thick-cut—those take too long
- Salt and black pepper: Sprinkle with kosher salt and freshly cracked pepper for the best flavor Every bite tastes better with these basics
- Barbecue sauce: Sweet Baby Rays Original or another smoky tangy fave Swap in a sweet-spicy one if you like extra zing
- Lean ground beef: Pick 93/7 for a good juicy burger that won’t be greasy Ask your butcher for fresh if you can—it’s worth it
Simple Step-by-Step
- Rest and Serve:
- Let your burgers chill on the tray for about five minutes after baking Juices settle so you get a moist burger Pull out the toothpicks Slide on the buns and customize with toppings if you feel like it
- Toast the Buns:
- While patties finish, pop buns in the oven or toaster for a quick crunch
- Finish Baking:
- Put the burgers back in and cook for about ten to fifteen minutes more Bacon gets golden and the inside should be at least one sixty Fahrenheit for safe eating If you want a medium burger, peek at five minutes early
- Arrange and Bake:
- Place each wrapped burger on the rack in your tray Slide it onto the middle oven shelf Bake fifteen minutes Take them out and brush on more barbecue sauce over the bacon
- Wrap the Burgers:
- Lay two bacon strips in an X on a board or parchment Put a beef patty in the middle, stack on a pineapple ring, and fold bacon ends up Poke a toothpick through the middle to lock it all in Do the same for each one
- Form the Patties:
- Split the beef into four Evenly shape each into a patty about three and a half inches wide and half an inch thick
- Mix and Season the Beef:
- Put ground beef with two spoonfuls of barbecue sauce, salt, and pepper in a big bowl Mix it up by hand but don’t overdo it You want tender burgers
- Prepare the Oven and Tray:
- Heat your oven to four hundred degrees Fahrenheit Set up a foil-lined pan with a wire rack on top It helps the burgers cook evenly and makes cleaning easy
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Pineapple slices make the whole thing taste bright and juicy and that balances out the beef and bacon so well My gang asks for these again and again on movie night and I love how I barely have to watch them in the oven
Leftover How-To
Tuck any extras in a sealed container in your fridge and you’re good for about three days Pop them in a hot oven for ten minutes or nuke them in the microwave for one minute at a time till warm Don’t cover warm burgers super tight or the bacon will go soggy
Swaps and Options
If you use canned pineapple, blot it dry so things aren’t soggy Don’t eat beef? Ground turkey, chicken, or a favorite plant-based meat works with these same easy steps For a lighter feel try turkey bacon or the veggie kind
How to Serve
I love keeping things crisp and light on the side Try a quick vinegar slaw or charred corn They pair nicely with sweet potato fries or a handful of arugula too And nothing beats matching them with something tropical like pineapple lemonade
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Fun Background
Backyard cooks started putting pineapple on burgers because they liked mixing classic American bites with something bright and sunny The combo just works and it brings a bit of those old Hawaiian burger joint vibes home People love mash-ups and these fit right in whether you’re grilling outside or just tossing them in the oven during the week
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I swap fresh pineapple for canned?
Definitely. Use canned pineapple rings that are packed in juice (not syrup) and dry them well before putting on the burger.
- → What bacon works best for these?
Regular or center-cut bacon crisps nicely when baked. Thick-cut bacon may need more time to cook evenly.
- → How should I check if the burgers are ready?
Use a meat thermometer. The inside should reach 160°F, and the juices should run clear.
- → Can I put extra goodies on these burgers?
Go for it! Add cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, or any other topping you enjoy.
- → Why bake instead of grilling these burgers?
Baking is hassle-free and keeps the burgers juicy while making cleanup a breeze! Plus, the bacon bakes up perfectly crisp.
- → Can I prep these burgers ahead of time?
Sure! Assemble the burgers earlier and keep them in the fridge until you’re ready to bake them—it’s perfect for quick dinners.