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Baconnaise Smashburger

Name: Baconnaise Smashburger with Hot Honey
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 slices bacon; 1/3 lb ground chuck; 1 yellow onion; 2 slices American cheese; 1 burger bun; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp ketchup; 1 tbsp yellow mustard; 1 tsp hot honey; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste

This baconnaise smashburger features two thin, crispy patties of ground chuck smashed on the griddle with melted American cheese, caramelized onions, and a signature bacon-mayo sauce spiked with hot honey for sweet heat.

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Total

25 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$25–$41

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Ingredients

4 slices bacon
1/3 lb ground chuck
1 yellow onion
2 slices American cheese
1 burger bun
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp yellow mustard
1 tsp hot honey
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1
Place bacon strips in a cold pan and cook over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
2
Slice the onion into rings and add them to the pan with the bacon fat. Cook until softened and lightly caramelized.
3
While the onions cook, finely chop the crispy bacon.
4
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, and hot honey.
5
Season the sauce with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
6
Add the chopped bacon to the sauce and stir until everything is well combined. Set the baconnaise aside.
7
Divide the ground chuck into two equal-sized balls.
8
Place the beef balls into the hot pan and use a spatula to smash them into thin patties.
9
Cook the patties for a couple of minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms, then flip.
10
Place a slice of American cheese on each patty and allow it to melt.
11
Assemble the burger on the bun, layering the two cheeseburger patties, the grilled onions, and a generous amount of the baconnaise sauce.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Don't overwork the ground chuck—form two thin patties loosely and smash immediately on the hot griddle rather than pressing pre-made thick patties.
Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble finely into the baconnaise so it blends smoothly and distributes evenly across every bite.
Toast the bun lightly on the griddle after cooking the patties to add texture and prevent sogginess from the sauce.
Caramelize the onions separately in a skillet over medium heat for 5–7 minutes before adding to the burger for deeper flavor.

Substitutions

Ground beef chuck → Ground sirloin or 80/20 blend (will be leaner; reduce cooking time slightly)
American cheese → Cheddar or Swiss (melts slightly slower; use same quantity)
Hot honey → Regular honey mixed with a pinch of cayenne pepper (adjusts heat level to taste)
Yellow mustard → Dijon mustard (sharper, more complex flavor)

Storage & make-ahead

Baconnaise keeps refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Cooked smashburgers do not reheat well; assemble and eat fresh immediately after cooking.

Equipment

griddle or flat-top skillet · burger spatula

Common Questions

What is baconnaise and how do you make it?

Baconnaise is a homemade bacon-flavored mayo sauce made by mixing mayonnaise, crispy cooked bacon (crumbled), ketchup, yellow mustard, hot honey, and smoked paprika. Combine all ingredients in a bowl until fully blended.

What is the smash technique and why does it matter?

Press each burger patty flat onto a hot griddle with a spatula immediately after placing it down. This creates crispy, caramelized edges and a thin, tender patty that cooks fast and absorbs toppings better.

Can you make the baconnaise ahead of time?

Yes. Prepare the baconnaise up to 1 day ahead and store it covered in the refrigerator. Stir before using. Keep bacon separate if making more than a few hours ahead to maintain texture.

What temperature should the griddle be?

Use medium-high to high heat. The griddle should be hot enough that the patties sizzle immediately and develop a golden crust in 2–3 minutes per side.

Can you substitute American cheese?

Yes. Cheddar, Swiss, or Muenster work well. American cheese melts fastest and adds a tangy flavor; other cheeses will change the taste profile slightly.