Juicy beef burgers with smoky bacon, melted cheddar, and a hint of maple sweetness. Served on toasty buns with crisp lettuce and tomato for a crowd-pleasing, well-balanced meal.
Prepare toppings and buns: wash lettuce and slice tomato; cut cheese into four slices if not pre-sliced; lightly toast buns on a grill or skillet until golden.
Shape four equal patties from the ground beef (about 250 g each). Create a shallow dimple in the center to help them cook evenly.
Season patties with a light sprinkle of salt and pepper. Brush maple syrup lightly on one side for glaze.
Cook patties on a hot grill or skillet, about 3–4 minutes per side for medium, flipping once. In the last minute, place a slice of cheddar on each patty and allow to melt.
Cook bacon until crisp in the same pan or on the grill, then drain on paper towels.
Assemble burgers: spread condiment on buns, add lettuce, tomato, patty with melted cheddar, and two slices of bacon. Top with the other bun half.
