Peanut Butter And Jelly Burger Recipe

I gotta say, when I first tried a burger with juicy beef patty, creamy peanut butter, sweet grape jelly, and a few crispy bacon strips tossed in, I was totally blown away by how wild and addictive this flavor mashup turned out to be.

I love my peanut butter and jelly burger. I use 1 lb ground beef seasoned with salt and pepper to make patties.

I toast brioche buns with butter and spread creamy peanut butter and grape jelly. Crispy bacon with red onion, tomato and lettuce give balanced protein and crunch.

Ingredients

• Ground beef offers protein and juiciness but adds saturated fat; seasoning boosts flavor.
• Creamy peanut butter delivers protein and healthy fats while adding a slightly savory taste.
• Grape jelly brings sweet, fruity carbohydrates that create a cool flavor contrast.
• Crispy bacon offers extra protein and saltiness, giving the burger a crunchy umami kick.
• Red onions supply vitamins and a tangy bite that lightens up the overall taste.
• Fresh tomato slices add bright acidity, extra vitamins and a juicy texture.
• Lettuce provides crunch and fiber, making the burger feel lighter and fresher.

Ingredient Quantities

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20 is best for juicy patties)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 hamburger buns (brioche or sesame are great)
• 4 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
• 4 tablespoons grape jelly
• 4 strips of bacon, cooked until crispy (optional but really good)
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
• 1 tomato, thinly sliced (optional)
• 4 lettuce leaves (optional for crunch)
• 1 tablespoon butter for toasting the buns

How to Make this

1. Preheat your grill or skillet to medium-high heat before you start.

2. Form 1 lb of ground beef into four patties and season them well on both sides with salt and pepper.

3. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they are cooked to your liking then set them aside.

4. In a small pan, melt the tablespoon of butter and toast the hamburger buns until they get a light brown color.

5. Spread 1 tablespoon of creamy peanut butter on the bottom half of each toasted bun.

6. Place a cooked burger patty on top of the peanut butter layer then slather a tablespoon of grape jelly over the patty.

7. If you want, add a strip of crispy bacon on each burger to get extra flavor.

8. Top with thin slices of red onion, tomato, and a fresh lettuce leaf if you like some crunch.

9. Place the top halves of the buns on your burgers.

10. Serve your Peanut Butter And Jelly Burgers hot and enjoy this wild mix of flavors!

Equipment Needed

1. Grill or skillet for cooking the burger patties
2. Small pan for melting butter and toasting the buns
3. Spatula for flipping both the patties and the buns
4. Tongs to handle the burgers safely
5. Knife for slicing the red onion and tomato
6. Cutting board to do the slicing on
7. Measuring spoons for the peanut butter, grape jelly, and butter
8. Plate to set the cooked patties on while you prepare the rest of the burger

FAQ

• Q: How do I get the patties to be extra juicy?
  A: Use ground beef that’s 80/20 since it’s got enough fat, don’t press down the patties while cooking and season them with salt and pepper right before cooking.
• Q: Can I use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy?
  A: Yup, you technically can, but creamy peanut butter spreads more evenly and doesnt get too crunchy, so its best for this recipe.
• Q: Is the bacon really necessary?
  A: Its totally optional, but adding crispy bacon gives a nice salty crunch that complements the sweetness of the jelly.
• Q: What if I dont have grape jelly?
  A: If youre missing grape jelly, you can try using another flavour of jelly or even a fruit preserves, though it might change the overall taste a bit.
• Q: Should I toast the buns?
  A: Yes, toast the buns by buttering them lightly and then heating them in a pan until golden. It helps add a bit of crunch and warms up the whole burger.

Peanut Butter And Jelly Burger Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• If you wanna lighten it up, you can swap out the 1 lb ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner patty
• Instead of creamy peanut butter, try using almond butter or cashew butter if you want a different nutty flavor
• You can replace grape jelly with strawberry or raspberry preserves to mix things up a bit
• If bacon ain’t your thing, consider turkey bacon or just leave it out altogether

Pro Tips

Start by preheating your grill or skillet to medium-high heat. While it warms up, shape 1 lb of ground beef into four patties. When you’re forming them, press a little dent in the middle so they cook evenly – this helps keep the burger from puffing up too much.

Season each side with salt and pepper real good. Then, once your grill is hot, cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they’re done to your liking. Pro tip: once you take them off the heat, let ‘em rest for a couple of minutes; that way the juices stay inside the meat and it tastes way better.

In a small pan, melt a tablespoon of butter and toast your hamburger buns until they get a nice light brown color. Pro tip: watch your buns closely as they toast so they dont burn, and if you like, you can sprinkle a little garlic powder into the butter to give an extra kick of flavor.

Now, spread a tablespoon of creamy peanut butter on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place your freshly cooked burger patty on top of the peanut butter and then slather on a tablespoon of grape jelly over the patty. If you’re feeling adventurous, add a strip of crispy bacon for extra flavor and crunch.

Finish off by piling on thin slices of red onion, tomato, and a fresh lettuce leaf if you want more crunch. Once everything is layered in, crown your creation with the top bun. Pro tip: try to let the warm burger melt the peanut butter and jelly slightly so all the flavors blend together perfectly.

Enjoy your crazy, flavor-packed Peanut Butter And Jelly Burger while it’s hot!