Cheesy ‘Juicy Lucy’ Burger
Enjoy the ultimate cheeseburger experience with our Cheesy ‘Juicy Lucy’ Burger. This recipe features Certified Angus Beef ® ground beef patties stuffed with gooey American cheese, creating a delicious molten center. Perfect for grilling or pan-searing, these burgers are sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Pan Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds Certified Angus Beef ® ground beef (80/20 blend ideal)
6 slices American cheese
3 cloves fresh garlic, finely chopped (or substitute 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Canola cooking spray
4 buns
Grill pan or cast iron pan (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare Cheese: Cut each cheese slice evenly into 4 squares; arrange in 4 stacks with 6 slices each.
2. Mix Beef: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix by hand until well combined.
3. Form Patties: Form the beef mixture into 8 thin patties on a large sheet pan. Press an indented well in the center of 4 patties and place the cheese stacks in the wells. Encase the cheese with the remaining 4 patties, hand forming your burger to a uniform shape with sealed edges. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
4. Cook Burgers: Spray the burgers with a light coat of cooking spray. Grill or pan sear over high heat for 3 minutes per side. Transfer to the cool side of the grill or to a 375°F oven to finish cooking to an internal temperature of 160°F (5 to 8 minutes). Remove from heat and let rest for at least 3 minutes to allow the cheese to set.
5. Serve: Serve the burgers on buns with your favorite toppings.
Notes
efrigeration: Chilling the patties before grilling helps them hold their shape and keeps the cheese from melting out.
Resting Time: Allow the burgers to rest after cooking to ensure the cheese sets and doesn’t ooze out immediately when bitten into.
Pairing Suggestion: Serve with crispy French fries or a fresh garden salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 600-650 approx.