If you’re craving a burger that delivers serious flavor and sizzles on the griddle, these Bacon Smash Burgers are the way to go.

Smash burger on a wood platter with burger sauce.

We’re stacking crispy bacon, juicy beef, melted cheese, and a homemade smash burger sauce that ties it all together. Perfect for weekend cookouts, game day or whenever you need a serious burger fix.

Quick Snapshot

Ready in: 30 minutes
Serves: 4
Great for: Backyard cookouts, tailgates, burger nights

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Crispy edges and juicy centers – Smashing the burgers on a hot griddle gives them unbeatable texture and flavor.
That sauce though – Our homemade smash burger sauce is creamy, tangy, and loaded with flavor – just like McDonald’s special sauce or maybe better!
Bacon makes everything better – You know it’s true, especially for a delicious burger.

Smash burgers with cheese and bacon, toppings - unassembled.

Ingredients for Bacon Smash Burgers

For the burgers

Ground beef
Out Grilling SPG Seasoning or your favorite grill seasoning
Bacon
American cheese
Lettuce
Red onion
Burger buns

For the Smash Burger Sauce

Mayonnaise
Ketchup
Mustard
Sweet pickles (diced)
Granulated garlic
Granulated onion
Smoked paprika
Kosher salt
Black pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

Make the smash burger sauce – In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, sweet pickles, granulated garlic, granulated onion, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Form Burgers – Divide the ground beef into ¼ pound patties.
Cook the bacon – Cook bacon on the Blackstone over medium heat or bake the bacon until crispy. Set aside on paper towels to drain.
Cook the burgers – Place the beef patties on the hot surface, season with Out Grilling SPG. Smash flat with a spatula or burger press. Cook 2-3 minutes until the edges crisp up.
Flip and cheese it – Flip the patties, top with American cheese, and cook another 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts and the burgers hit 165°F internal temp.

Bacon smash burger with sauce on a board.

Build the burgers – Toast the buns if you like. Spread smash burger sauce on both sides. Add lettuce, red onion, a cheesy patty or two, bacon slices and top bun.

Recipe Tips & Variations

More Burger Toppings – Sliced tomatoes, caramelized onions, pickle slices.
No griddle? – Use a cast iron skillet indoors with the same results.
Spice it up – Add sliced jalapeños or pepper jack cheese.

Storage & Reheating

Store: Keep leftover patties and bacon in an airtight container up to 3 days.
Reheat: Use a covered skillet over medium heat with a tablespoon or two of water for best texture.
Sauce: Store extra sauce in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

More Griddle Favorites to Try

Guacamole Burgers – Juicy patties topped with guac and salsa fresca.
Blackstone Chicken Fried Rice – Quick, crispy, and loaded with flavor.
Mexican Hot Dogs – The most flavorful hot dogs topped with peppers and onions!

Double bacon smash burger with burger sauce on a wood board.

These Smash Burgers Will Be Your Go-To

Whether it’s game night, weekend grilling, or just a serious burger craving! These Bacon Smash Burgers hit every note with smoky bacon, melty cheese, burger patties with a crispy crust and don’t skip the special sauce!

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Double burger with bacon and burgers sauce on a wood board.

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