BBQ Bacon Pineapple Burger (Print Version)
Smoky baked burgers with pineapple, bacon, and BBQ sauce. Prep and cook are both simple for a tasty meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Burgers
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1 pound of 93% lean ground beef
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4 tablespoons of tangy barbecue sauce, split
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A pinch of salt (½ teaspoon)
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¼ teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
→ Toppings
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4 brioche buns with a soft texture
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4 slices of juicy pineapple, ½ inch thick, and cored
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8 pieces of uncooked smoked bacon
# Steps:
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Set your oven to 400°F. Cover a big baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top that’s safe for the oven.
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In a big bowl, gently mix the ground beef with 2 tablespoons of barbecue sauce, pepper, and salt. Avoid mixing too much.
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Split the meat mixture into 4 equal portions of about 4 ounces each. Shape them into patties roughly 3 ½ inches wide and ½ inch thick.
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Lay 2 bacon slices in a cross shape, then center one patty over them. Place a pineapple slice on top, wrap the bacon around, and secure it with a toothpick.
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Repeat the wrapping process for each patty and arrange them all on the lined baking sheet.
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Let patties bake for 15 minutes. Then take them out to brush 2 more tablespoons of barbecue sauce over the bacon. Pop them back into the oven for another 10-15 minutes, until the center hits 160°F.
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Toast your burger buns while waiting for the patties to finish cooking—if you’d like.
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Give the cooked patties a 5-minute rest before serving them on buns. Add extra toppings like lettuce, onion, or cheese if you’d like.
# Notes and Tips:
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USDA suggests cooking ground beef to an internal temperature of 160°F-165°F for safety.
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Fresh pineapple can be swapped for canned slices. Make sure they’re dry before using.
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Thicker cuts of bacon might not crisp up right during baking. Standard pieces work better.