Enjoy layers of flavor with this oven-baked burger crafted from lean ground beef, smoky barbecue sauce, fresh pineapple slices, and bacon. The patties are gently mixed and formed, then criss-crossed with bacon and topped with a juicy pineapple ring before baking. As the burgers cook, a brush of barbecue sauce adds depth and caramelizes the bacon. Toasted brioche buns round out each serving. Simple oven technique means no grilling or flipping, just a juicy, sweet-savory burger ready to serve with your favorite toppings in under an hour. Great for busy weeknights or when you crave bold flavors with less fuss.
The ultimate crave-worthy Pineapple Bacon Burger is juicy beef mixed with sweet smoky barbecue sauce, wrapped with crispy bacon and crowned with a caramelized pineapple ring. All cooked on a sheet pan in your oven with zero grilling required so you can serve up a real showstopper without babysitting the stove.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Bakes entirely in the oven with no flipping makes cleanup a breeze
- Combines tropical sweet and savory flavors for huge appeal
- Uses fresh or canned pineapple so you have flexibility
- Looks and tastes like summer any time of year
- Even picky eaters go crazy for these burgers
My family asks for these burgers for every birthday dinner now and I can promise you the scent alone will make anyone’s mouth water as they roast.
Ingredients
- Lean ground beef: Choose a 93 percent to 7 percent fat blend for juicy but not greasy burgers
- Smoky style barbecue sauce: Sweet Baby Rays brand adds major flavor and moisture seek out a thick sauce for best results
- Salt and black pepper: Balances the sweet and smoky flavors look for freshly ground pepper for maximum aroma
- Smoked bacon: Classic smoked or center-cut bacon crisps just right thick slices do not cook through as well
- Fresh pineapple: Rings should be about half an inch thick with the core cut out canned pineapple works but must be well dried
- Bakery-style burger buns: Brioche adds decadence choose fresh soft buns for peak sandwich perfection
Tips For Selecting Quality Items
- Use the freshest ground beef you can find for the most tender burgers
- Buy ripe but firm pineapple for a bright flavor
- Check bacon labels for natural smoke flavor without a lot of added sugar
Step-by-Step Instructions
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