Description
Wisconsin Butter Burgers are a mouthwatering twist on the classic burger, featuring juicy beef patties and butter-toasted brioche buns that create an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners, these burgers can be prepared in just 20 minutes, making them an ideal choice for busy families. With customizable toppings and a simple cooking method, you can easily adapt this recipe to suit your taste preferences. Whether you enjoy a classic cheeseburger or want to get creative with additional toppings, Wisconsin Butter Burgers are sure to satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¼ pounds 85% lean ground beef
- 4 brioche buns
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper
- Slices of American cheese (or cheese of choice)
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise
Instructions
- Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and lightly oil the surface.
- Divide the ground beef into four equal portions and season with salt and pepper.
- Smash each portion into patties using a spatula; cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes until browned.
- Flip patties, add cheese on top, and cook for another 90 seconds.
- While burgers cook, butter the cut sides of the buns and toast them in another skillet until golden brown.
- Assemble burgers by placing patties on toasted buns and adding desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 770mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg