Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger (Print Version)
Savor a low carb bacon cheeseburger with savory beef patties, crisp bacon, cheese, and chaffle buns.
# Ingredients:
→ Chaffle Buns
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3 large eggs
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120 grams shredded cheddar cheese
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25 grams almond flour
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0.5 teaspoon baking powder
→ Beef Patties
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450 grams 80/20 ground beef
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1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
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2 teaspoons minced garlic
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0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Burger Toppings
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3 slices cheese of choice
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6 slices thick cut bacon
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6 romaine or iceberg lettuce leaves
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3 slices tomato
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2 tablespoons red onion, thinly sliced
# Instructions:
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In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs, cheddar cheese, almond flour, and baking powder until a thick batter forms.
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Preheat a mini waffle maker as per manufacturer’s instruction. Spoon approximately 60 ml batter per waffle and close the lid, ensuring not to overfill. Cook for about 3 minutes, or until steam ceases. Repeat until 6 waffles are made.
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In a large bowl, thoroughly combine ground beef with worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper.
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Divide beef mixture evenly into 3 portions. Shape each into a patty approximately 1.25 cm thick using a burger press or between parchment sheets.
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Lightly season the formed patties with additional salt and black pepper or seasoned salt, according to preference.
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Preheat a grill to 204°C. Place burger patties on clean, heated grates and sear for 4 minutes. Flip and continue grilling for an additional 3–4 minutes until desired doneness. Add cheese slices in final minute, then remove from heat.
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For stovetop cooking, heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 15 grams salted butter to coat. Fry patties for 3–4 minutes per side for a browned crust. Add cheese in final minute and cover for even melting.
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Preheat the air fryer to 199°C. Place patties inside and cook for 5 minutes; flip and continue air frying for 5–6 more minutes. When almost done, add cheese and close basket for final melt.
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Fry six bacon slices in a pan over medium heat or bake at 200°C until crisp, then drain on kitchen paper.
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Layer a chaffle bun base with lettuce, tomato, red onion, hot burger patty with melted cheese, crisp bacon, and top with another chaffle bun. Serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Chaffle buns can be prepared in advance and stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
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Monitor burger doneness by internal temperature: 63°C for medium or adjust according to preference.