Pineapple Bacon Burger (Printable Version)
Bacon-wrapped burgers with pineapple and BBQ sauce baked to juicy, crispy perfection.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Burger Patties
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1 pound lean ground beef (93/7 fat ratio)
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4 tablespoons smoky barbecue sauce, divided
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Toppings and Wrapping
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8 slices smoked bacon
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4 fresh pineapple slices, 1/2 inch thick, core removed
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4 brioche-style burger buns
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Toothpicks for securing
# Steps to Cook:
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Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place an oven-safe wire rack on top for even cooking.
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In a large bowl, gently mix the ground beef with 2 tablespoons of barbecue sauce, salt, and pepper. Do not overmix to avoid tough texture.
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Divide the seasoned beef into 4 equal portions and form into patties approximately 3 1/2 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick.
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On a tray lined with parchment, lay 2 bacon slices in an X shape. Place a burger patty in the center of the X.
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Place a pineapple slice on top of each patty. Fold the bacon over the burger and secure with a toothpick through the center.
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Repeat the bacon and pineapple wrapping for the remaining patties. Place all burgers on the prepared wire rack.
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Bake the burgers for 15 minutes until bacon begins to crisp.
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Remove burgers and brush remaining 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce over the bacon using a pastry brush.
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Return burgers to oven and bake another 10 to 15 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
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Remove from oven and let burgers rest for 5 minutes to retain juices. Toast buns if desired during this time.
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Remove toothpicks, place each burger on a bun, and add desired toppings before serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Let burgers rest after baking to preserve juiciness.
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Substitute canned pineapple rings packed in juice if fresh is unavailable; pat them dry before use.
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Standard or center-cut bacon crisps better than thick-cut.