Pineapple Bacon BBQ Burgers (Print Format)
Baked burgers with pineapple, smoky bacon, and barbecue sauce. Sweet, savory, and simple to make at home.
# Ingredients:
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1 pound lean ground beef (93%-7% fat ratio)
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4 tablespoons smoky style barbecue sauce, divided
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Toppings
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8 slices smoked bacon, uncooked
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4 slices fresh pineapple, ½ inch thick, core removed
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4 brioche-style burger buns
# Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and an oven-safe wire rack.
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Mix ground beef, 2 tablespoons of barbecue sauce, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl, taking care not to overwork the meat.
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Divide the ground beef mixture into four equal portions, approximately 4 ounces each. Shape each into a patty 3 ½ inches in diameter and ½ inch thick.
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Place two slices of bacon in a criss-cross pattern. Add one beef patty in the center, followed by a pineapple slice on top. Fold the bacon over the patty and secure with a toothpick.
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Repeat the process for all four burgers and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 15 minutes. Remove from oven, brush the remaining 2 tablespoons of barbecue sauce over the bacon, and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
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Toast the burger buns if desired while the burgers are cooking.
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Let the burgers rest for 5 minutes. Serve on buns with optional toppings like lettuce, onion, or cheese.
# Tips:
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Ground beef should be cooked to 160°F-165°F for safe consumption as per USDA guidelines.
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Canned pineapple rings can be substituted for fresh pineapple if needed, but ensure they're patted dry first.
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Thick-cut bacon may not crisp well during the cooking time; standard or center-cut slices are recommended.