Loaded with flavor: Breakfast favorites like egg take this burger to the next level.
Filling and satisfying: Packed with protein and rich toppings that keep you fueled.
Versatile: Customize with your favorite breakfast add‑ons and sauces.
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.) • Ground beef (or turkey/plant‑based alternative) • Salt and pepper • Burger buns • Eggs • • Cheese slices (cheddar, American, or your favorite) • Butter or oil for cooking • Lettuce or baby spinach (optional) • Tomato slices (optional) • Sauce: ketchup, mayonnaise, aioli, or breakfast sauce (optional)
Directions
Prepare the patties: Shape ground beef into burger patties and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Cook the patties: In the same skillet or on a grill, cook the burger patties to your desired doneness. Add cheese slices on top in the final minute of cooking so it melts. Remove and let rest briefly.
Fry the eggs: In a separate pan, melt a little butter or add oil and fry the eggs sunny‑side up, over‑easy, or to your preference.
Toast the buns: Lightly toast the burger buns in the skillet or toaster for extra texture and flavor.
Assemble: Spread your chosen sauce on the bottom bun, add the burger patty with melted cheese, fried egg, lettuce or spinach, and tomato if using. Place the top bun on and press lightly.
Serve: Serve immediately while warm and juicy.
Servings and timing
Serves 4 people (makes 4 burgers).
Prep time: About 10–15 minutes
Cook time: About 15–20 minutes
Total time: Approximately 25–35 minutes
Variations
• Spicy breakfast burger: Add a layer of sliced jalapeños or a spicy aioli sauce. • Avocado breakfast burger: Top with sliced avocado or guacamole for extra creaminess. • Western style: Swap cheese for pepper jack and add onion rings or barbecue sauce. • Veggie option: Use a plant‑based patty or a grilled portobello mushroom in place of beef.
Storage/Reheating
• Refrigerator: Store leftover cooked patties and toppings separately in airtight containers for up to 2 days. • Freezing: Freeze cooked patties (without buns and egg) in freezer‑safe bags for up to 2 months; thaw before reheating. • Reheating: Warm patties in a skillet or microwave; fry a fresh egg before assembling.
FAQs
What type of meat works best?
Ground beef with about 15–20% fat yields juicy patties, though turkey or plant‑based alternatives also work.
Can I make this ahead?
You can cook the patties and bacon ahead of time and refrigerate; fry eggs just before serving.
Should the egg be fully cooked?
That’s up to you — sunny‑side up or over‑easy adds richness, but cook fully if you prefer.
What sauces pair well?
Mayonnaise, ketchup, aioli, hot sauce, and breakfast sauce all add flavor.
Can I add vegetables?
Yes — lettuce, spinach, tomato, or even sautéed mushrooms are great additions.
How do I keep the bun from getting soggy?
Lightly toasting the bun helps prevent moisture from soaking in.
Can I use turkey or veggie patties?
Yes — just cook according to package or recipe instructions.
What cheese melts best?
Cheddar, American, Swiss, and pepper jack are all great melting choices.
Is this suitable for brunch?
Absolutely — it’s a hearty option that bridges breakfast and lunch.
Can I make it gluten‑free?
Use gluten‑free buns or lettuce wraps in place of traditional buns.
Conclusion
A Breakfast Burger brings together the best of breakfast and burgers into one delicious sandwich. With juicy patties, melty cheese, and an egg on top, it’s a satisfying way to kick off your morning or enjoy a bold brunch treat.
A Breakfast Burger brings together juicy patties, melty cheese, and a perfectly cooked egg, combining the best of breakfast and burgers in one hearty sandwich. It’s flavorful, customizable, and perfect for brunch or any time you’re craving a satisfying bite.
4 cheese slices (cheddar, American, or your favorite)
Butter or oil, for cooking
Lettuce or baby spinach (optional)
Tomato slices (optional)
Optional sauces: ketchup, mayonnaise, aioli, or breakfast sauce
Instructions
Shape the ground beef into 4 equal patties and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Cook the patties until desired doneness, about 4–5 minutes per side. Add cheese slices in the last minute of cooking. Remove and let rest.
In a separate pan, melt butter or add oil and fry the eggs to your preference (sunny-side up, over-easy, etc.).
Lightly toast burger buns in a skillet or toaster until golden.
Spread your chosen sauce on the bottom bun. Add a burger patty with melted cheese, a fried egg, and optional lettuce and tomato.
Top with the upper bun and press lightly. Serve warm.
Notes
Use ground beef with 15–20% fat for the juiciest patties.Customize with avocado, jalapeños, sautéed mushrooms, or onion rings.Fry eggs just before serving for the best texture.Use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps for a gluten-free version.Toast buns to prevent sogginess and add texture.
