Cheddar Jalapeño Burgers
Spicy and cheesy, these Cheddar Jalapeño Burgers combine juicy beef patties with sharp cheddar cheese and fresh jalapeños for a flavorful twist on a classic favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 hamburger buns
- Lettuce leaves, for serving
- Tomato slices, for serving
- Mayonnaise or preferred burger sauce, optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, shredded cheddar, chopped jalapeños, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to combine.
- Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties, about 3/4-inch thick.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach desired doneness and cheese is melted.
- Toast the hamburger buns lightly on the grill or skillet.
- Assemble the burgers by placing the patty on the bottom bun, then adding lettuce, tomato slices, and mayonnaise or sauce if desired. Top with the bun.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For extra smoky flavor, try adding a dash of smoked paprika to the beef mixture or serving with chipotle mayo.
Find it online: https://delilita.com/cheddar-jalapeno-burgers/