Classic Beef Cheeseburger

Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with this Classic Beef Cheeseburger recipe, a timeless favorite made with tender, juicy beef patties seasoned to perfection. Each patty is topped with melted cheddar cheese and layered with fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, and zesty red onion, all nestled inside buttery toasted buns. The combination of creamy mayonnaise, tangy ketchup, and mustard adds a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfectly grilled or skillet-seared, these cheeseburgers come together in just 25 minutes, making them an ideal weeknight dinner or weekend barbecue staple. Serve them alongside crispy fries or a refreshing salad for a mouthwatering meal everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Ground beef
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 4 slices Cheddar cheese slices
• 4 buns Burger buns
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 4 leaves Lettuce leaves
• 1 medium Tomato
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 4 tablespoons Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Be careful not to overmix, as you want the burgers to be tender.

Step 3

Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties about 3/4 inch thick. Use your thumb to create a small indent in the center of each patty to prevent the burgers from puffing up during cooking.

Step 4

Slice the tomato into 1/4-inch rounds and thinly slice the red onion.

Step 5

Butter the inside of each burger bun. Set them aside.

Step 6

Place the beef patties on the preheated grill or skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on the first side until the meat starts to brown and juices appear. Avoid pressing down on the patties to retain their juices.

Step 7

Flip the patties and immediately place a slice of cheddar cheese on each one. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to your liking.

Step 8

While the patties are cooking, toast the buttered side of the buns on the grill or in a separate skillet until golden brown.

Step 9

To assemble the burgers, spread a tablespoon of mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun. Place a lettuce leaf on top, followed by a slice of tomato and a few slices of red onion.

Step 10

Place the cooked beef patty on top of the vegetables. On the top half of the bun, spread a tablespoon of ketchup and a half tablespoon of mustard.

Step 11

Close the burger with the top bun. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1345.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3197.1

Total Fat 228.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 89.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 707.1mg	0%
Sodium 6380.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 32.2g
Protein 146.6g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 1114.4mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 2177.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.9%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 16.7%