Description
Wisconsin Butter Burgers are the ultimate comfort food that brings the rich flavors of America’s Dairyland directly to your home. These juicy, buttery burgers are quick and simple to prepare, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. With a perfectly seared beef patty topped with melty cheese and served on crispy, butter-toasted brioche buns, these burgers will become a staple in your recipe rotation. Customize them with your favorite toppings for a meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¼ pounds 85% lean ground beef
- Kosher salt & ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for toasting)
- 4 brioche buns
- 4 slices American cheese
- Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, sliced onion, dill pickles, mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise
Instructions
- Preheat a cast iron griddle over medium-high heat and lightly brush with oil.
- Divide the ground beef into four equal portions and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Place each portion on the skillet and smash down to form patties. Cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes until a crust forms.
- Flip patties, top with cheese, and cook for another 1.5 to 2 minutes.
- While cooking, toast the buns in another skillet with softened butter until golden brown.
- Assemble by placing the patties on the toasted buns and adding desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches & Burgers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approximately 190g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg