Stuffed grilled burgers take backyard grilling to the next level—crispy on the outside, unbelievably juicy inside, with a molten, flavor-loaded center. Perfect for cookouts, game days, or whenever you want burgers that impress.
⭐ Why You’ll Love These Burgers
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Ultra-juicy thanks to the sealed filling
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Endless stuffing variations (cheese, bacon, mushrooms, jalapeños)
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Restaurant-quality burgers made at home
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No special equipment—just a grill and good technique
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 4 Large Burgers)
Burger Patties
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2 lb (900 g) ground beef (80/20 recommended)
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1½ tsp kosher salt
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1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp smoked paprika
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Classic Stuffing (Choose One or Mix)
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4 oz cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack cheese (cubed or shredded)
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Optional add-ins:
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Cooked bacon bits
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Sautéed mushrooms & onions
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Jalapeños or roasted green chiles
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Blue cheese crumbles
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For Grilling & Serving
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Oil for grill grates
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Burger buns, toasted
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Lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles
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Condiments of choice
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Filling
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If using onions, mushrooms, or bacon, cook first and let cool completely.
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Cold fillings seal better and reduce leaks.
2️⃣ Form the Stuffed Patties
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Divide beef into 8 equal balls.
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Flatten each into thin patties (about 4–5 inches wide).
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Place filling in the center of 4 patties, keeping it ½ inch from edges.
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Top with remaining patties and pinch edges firmly to seal.
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Gently shape into thick burgers—avoid compressing too tightly.
3️⃣ Season the Burgers
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Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce.
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Season both sides generously after forming.
4️⃣ Grill to Perfection
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Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375–400°F / 190–205°C).
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Oil the grates well.
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Grill burgers 4–5 minutes per side, lid closed.
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Flip once only—pressing causes juice loss.
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Internal temp:
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160°F / 71°C for food-safe beef
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Rest burgers 5 minutes before serving
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🍽️ Serving Ideas
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Classic American style with lettuce, tomato & special sauce
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BBQ burger with crispy onions & smoky sauce
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Tex-Mex burger with avocado, salsa & pepper jack
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Serve with fries, onion rings, grilled corn, or coleslaw
🔥 Pro Tips for Leak-Free Stuffed Burgers
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Use cold cheese, not warm
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Seal edges like dumplings—tight is right
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Avoid very thin patties
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Grill over direct heat first, then move to indirect if burgers are extra thick
🧊 Make-Ahead & Storage
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Make ahead: Stuff and shape patties up to 24 hours in advance
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Freeze: Wrap individually, freeze up to 2 months
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Cook from frozen: Grill over medium heat, adding extra time
🌟 Flavor Variations
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Cheddar–Bacon Ranch
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Blue Cheese & Caramelized Onion
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Mozzarella, Basil & Sun-Dried Tomato
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Jalapeño Popper Style


Wew! 6 to 8 LARGE burgers should be enough for a whole family already! Peers who enjoy eating those can also benefit from the recipe. It would also be fun if everybody helps in preparing the burgers.
ReplyDelete--Austin Gena