Stuffed Beer Can Burgers

Name: Stuffed Beer Can Burgers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 burgers
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lb ground beef (80/20); 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1.5 tsp kosher salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled; 2 tbsp pickled jalapeños, diced; 4 sesame seed buns; 4 leaves lettuce; 4 slices tomato

45 min 4 burgers Medium

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Thick burger bowls formed around a beer can, stuffed with cheese and toppings, and grilled to melty perfection — a fun twist on the classic burger.

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Total

45 min

Servings

Difficulty

Medium

Beer can burgers flip the script on traditional cheeseburgers by creating a cup-shaped patty that holds all your fillings inside. Formed around a beer can, these thick meat bowls get stuffed with cheese, bacon, and whatever else you love, then grilled until the cheese is bubbling and the edges are crispy.

Instructions

Season the beef

Mix ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Divide into 4 equal portions.

Form the bowls

Wrap the bottom of a beer can or drinking glass with plastic wrap. Press each beef portion around the bottom and sides of the can, forming a cup shape about 3/4 inch thick. Carefully slide off and place on a tray.

Pro tip: Keep the walls of the cup an even thickness so they cook uniformly on the grill.

Preheat and grill

Preheat grill to 375°F for indirect cooking. Place the burger bowls open side up on the grill over indirect heat. Close the lid and cook for 15 minutes until nearly done. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the beef reaches 160°F / 71°C by probing the thickest part of the meat. Continue cooking if needed.

Stuff and melt

Fill each burger bowl with crumbled bacon, diced jalapeños, and a generous pile of shredded cheddar. Close the lid and cook for 5 more minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Serve

Carefully transfer each stuffed burger bowl to a toasted bun. Add lettuce and tomato on top. The bowl shape keeps all the toppings contained.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these unique burgers on thick buns with your favorite condiments. The built-in cheese bowl means every bite is loaded.

Nutrition per serving

680

Calories

46g

Protein

44g

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