30 Beef Burger Recipes That Are Going to Revolutionize a Childhood Favorite!

September 8, 2024
Written by Kristy J. Norton

Forget McDonalds – these beef burger recipes are all that you need when your burger cravings hit! You have got the fan favorites like cheeseburgers and bacon burgers but if you are willing to take a risk, there are some creative options that are sure to blow your mind. Go ahead and check these out! 

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1. Classic Cheeseburger

Is there anything better than a classic cheeseburger? Well, this recipe shows you how to make a more elegant version from scratch! The beef patty is made from ground chuck and sirloin and lightly seasoned. It is paired with melted cheese and a homemade curry maple ketchup sauce. Add desired toppings! 

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Classic Cheeseburger

2. BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger

Cheeseburgers are great but you know what makes them even better? Barbecue sauce and bacon! These are super flavorful patties with chili powder, garlic powder, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Form and cook the patties and layer your burger with patties, cheese, barbecue sauce, french fried onions, and more!  

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BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger

3. Chimichurri Beef Burgers

There is a lot to love about these beef burgers! For one thing, the burgers are spicy – perfect if you are looking for a bit of a kick to your burgers. The patties are seasoned with serrano peppers and ancho chili powder as well as spices and aromatic. These burgers are served with cheese, homemade chimichurri sauce, and your desired toppings! 

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Chimichurri Beef Burgers

4. Big Boys Beef Burger

Hoo boy – you better be wearing your big boy or big girl pants before you tackle these beef burgers! They are certainly not for the faint of heart. The patties are made up of pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, and spices. It is then served with a homemade beer, cheese, and jalapeno sauce as well as a chimichurri mayo!

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Big Boys Beef Burger

5. Bacon Infused Beef Burger

This is a meat lover’s dream come true! Here, steak and smoked bacon are ground together to form the ultimate patty! Once the patties are cooked up, you can add them to buns, add your favorite sauces, and top up with fresh veggies. 

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6. Mushroom Swiss Beef Burger

Creamy and filling, this burger is sure to become a fan favorite! The ground beef is sprinkled with steak seasoning and cooked. Place a slice of Swiss cheese on top and melt. Then, add to this to a burger along with the mushrooms cooked in a savory beef broth. 

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7. Blue Cheese Beef Burger

What makes these blue cheese burgers so incredible is that the blue cheese is mixed in right with the ground beef. This gives you gorgeous little nuggets of flavor as you bite into your burger. The burger is also seasoned with aromatics, ensuring that this is a proper explosion of flavor! 

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8. Molten Cheese Stuffed Beef Burger

Imagine taking a bite of your burger and cheese just oozing out of it! Well, you can now make this dream a reality. Here, balls of mozzarella and cheddar are hidden at the center of the aromatic patty. When the burgers are cooked, the cheese begins to melt. Make sure to serve these burgers immediately after cooking. 

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9. Deluxe Steak Burger 

These burgers are a treat! Grilled steaks are topped off with crispy bacon. These are placed on buns with melted cheese and homemade garlic mayo. Layer in your favorite greens and if you are brave enough, add in some beetroot relish for flavor and texture. 

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10. Chipotle Beef Burger with Caramelized Onions

Caramelized onions are so simple to make but they really elevate these burgers to the next level! To add in even more flavor, make the homemade chipotle mayo. Looking for a full flavor? Make sure to whip up some homemade fries too! 

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11. Smoked Beef Burger

You can keep the seasonings for these patties simple since they get so much of a gorgeous flavor from the smoking process! Hickory wood is your best bet here as it really kicks up the flavor to another level. Add your fresh veggies to a bun and build your burger. 

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12. Ancho Mexican Burger with Lime Aioli 

These Mexican-inspired burgers are absolutely delicious! The ground beef is seasoned with a blended ancho chile and aromatics mix. Grill the burgers and serve with a swipe of the homemade lime aioli. It adds a refreshing punch to the burger! 

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Ancho Mexican Burger with Lime Aioli

13. Smoked Brisket Burger

If you want to lend a true barbecue feel to your burgers, then this is the way to do it! Here, brisket trimmings are ground up and seasoned with BBQ rub. Smoke the burgers with an oak and cherry mix before melting some sharp cheddar on top. Serve on buns with barbecue sauce and your desired veggies. 

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14. Avocado Beef Burger with Avocado Crema

You get double the dose of avocado with this recipe! Ripe avocado is mashed into ground beef and formed into patties. Grill the burgers and serve with avocado crema that is made from avocado and Greek yogurt. 

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15. Italian Beef Burger

Want an Italian spin to your burgers? Well, you’ve got it! The ground beef is mixed with Italian herbs, tomato sauce, and breadcrumbs. Grill the patties and serve them on buns with your favorite Italian veggies and seasonings. 

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Italian Beef Burger

16. Grilled Pineapple Teriyaki Beef Burger

Just because you can’t go on holiday doesn’t mean that your taste buds can’t! This burger tastes like a tropical vacation in a bun. The beef patties are grilled alongside pineapple rings. These are layered on a bun and drizzled with a homemade teriyaki sauce. Delicious! 

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17. Grilled Southwest Beef Burger

There is flavor with every level of this burger! The patties are flavored with cilantro, cumin, coriander, and chili powder. This is stacked on top of chipotle cooked veggies and a burger sauce made from mayo, adobo sauce, and cilantro! 

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18. Greek Beef Burger with Tzatziki Sauce

These Greek inspired burgers are a great way to infuse your burger with new and fun flavors! The patties are mixed with feta and herbs. Once grilled, they are topped over with tzatziki sauce and veggies – so refreshing! 

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19. Smashburger Buffalo Burger

Most people associate buffalo sauce with wings but it tastes just as good with beef burgers! Make and grill the burgers. Top off the bun with the burger, homemade buffalo sauce, and blue cheese crumbles. You can also add your preferred veggies.  

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20. Fried Egg Beef Burger

If you have ever wanted to eat a burger for breakfast, this recipe gives you the perfect excuse to do so! Assemble simple patties and grill. Smash avocado on a bun and add the patty and crispy bacon. Place a fried egg on top. Add the other half of the bun on top and press down to break the yolk. 

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21. French Onion Beef Burgers

The key to making these incredible burgers is French onion soup mix! It is mixed into the ground meat, adding such a rich flavor! Layer up this burger with caramelized onions and a homemade dijon mustard and mayo sauce. 

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22. Garlic Beef Burger 

These garlic burgers are so simple but they pack quite such an incredible flavor punch. The garlic seasoned patties work beautifully with the cheddar and Monterey jack cheese! If you really want to take things up to the next level, then add these patties to French bread. 

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23. Asian Inspired Beef Burger with Slaw and Pickled Cucumbers 

Aromatic with the perfect amount of zing, these Asian inspired burgers are sure to become a hit in your family! These burger patties are flavored with soy sauce, sesame oil, green onions, and ginger! Once grilled, the patties are layered with pickled cucumbers, homemade slaw, and a spicy mayo. 

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24. Kimchi Beef Burger

Yes, you can bring your love of Korean food to your burgers! The delicious patties are put together with ground beef and spices. They are grilled and layered with cheese, spicy mayo, and kimchi. Just beautiful! 

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25. Reuben Style Beef Burger

These burgers show you how to make healthy and low calorie food taste good! The lightly seasoned low fat patties are topped off with corned beef, sauerkraut, and homemade Thousand Islands dressing! 

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26. Truffle Beef Burger

You don’t have to go to a fancy restaurant to enjoy a truffle burger! This burger proves that you can make it in the comfort of your own home. High quality beef patties are topped off with truffle cheese. These go onto buns that are lined with a homemade truffle aioli. The burgers are then drizzled with a homemade truffle glaze for the finishing touch! 

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Truffle Beef Burger

27. Bistro Beef Burger

Bistro burgers seem complex but they are actually pretty simple to make. You  just have to know the secret ingredients! Make the beef patties, grill, and melt cheese on top. Then, layer buns with homemade garlic aioli, add the burgers, and then top with crispy bacon! 

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28. Mexican Beef Burger

This Mexican-inspired beef burger is all about taking flavor to the whole other level! The beef patty is made up with so many spices and fresh cilantro. After the burgers are grilled with mature cheddar, add them to buns and top with guacamole, burger relish, and veggies! 

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29. Smoky Beef Burger with Roasted Tomato 

The smoky flavors with these burgers are incredible! The patties are made with a smoky barbecue sauce and aromatics. They are then added topped with tomatoes roasted in olive oil and rosemary as well as rocket leaves! 

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30. Brie Beef Burgers

These burgers may sound fancy but they are sure to be a hit with everyone! Beef is seasoned with aromatics, parsley, and mustard. They are grilled along with some brie. The burgers are added to ciabatta rolls with tomato and rocket leaves and bacon! 

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It doesn’t matter if you are planning family dinners or a summertime barbecue, these burger recipes will take any meal to the next level! You can stick to the classics or go ahead and be adventurous with some new flavor combinations! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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