Pineapple Bacon Burger BBQ Oven
Juicy pineapple, crispy bacon, and barbecue-seasoned beef come together for a savory oven-baked burger.
Preparation Time 10 min
Cooking Time 30 min
Overall Time 40 min
Created By: Lily Chen
Category: Main Dishes
Skill Level: Moderate
Cuisine Type: American
Output: 4 Serves
Dietary Options: ~
Ingredients
- 01 1 pound lean ground beef (93%-7% fat ratio)
- 02 4 tablespoons bottled smoky style barbecue sauce, divided
- 03 ½ teaspoon salt
- 04 ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 05 8 slices smoked bacon, uncooked
- 06 4 slices fresh pineapple, ½ inch thick with core removed
- 07 4 bakery style burger buns, Brioche style used
Steps
Step 01
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and an oven-safe wire rack and set aside.
Step 02
In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce, salt, and black pepper. Avoid overworking the meat to keep the burgers tender.
Step 03
Divide the ground beef mixture into four equally sized patties, approximately 4 ounces each, 3 ½ inches in diameter, and ½ inch thick.
Step 04
On a tray or cutting board, lay two bacon slices in an X pattern. Place one patty in the center, add a pineapple slice on top, and fold the bacon over. Secure with a toothpick.
Step 05
Repeat the bacon-wrapping process for the remaining patties. Place each assembled burger on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 06
Bake the burgers for 15 minutes. Remove the sheet, brush the remaining 2 tablespoons of barbecue sauce onto the bacon, then return to the oven for another 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
Step 07
Toast the burger buns, if desired, while the burgers finish cooking.
Step 08
Remove the burgers from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. Serve on burger buns with optional toppings or condiments.
Tips
- The USDA recommends cooking ground beef to an internal temperature of 160°F-165°F for safe consumption.
- You can substitute fresh pineapple slices with canned pineapple rings packed in 100% juice. Pat them dry before use.
- For extra flavor, choose barbecue sauces like sweet & spicy, honey barbecue, or hickory brown sugar.
- Standard or center-cut smoked bacon works best for even crispness during cooking.
Required Tools
- Large rimmed baking sheet
- Aluminum foil
- Oven-safe wire rack
- Large mixing bowl
- Parchment paper or cutting board
- Pastry brush
- Instant-read thermometer (optional)
- Toothpicks
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