Bacon Blackberry Cheesecake Burger (Print-Friendly Version)

Sweet blackberries, bacon, and a cheesecake spread create unforgettable savory-sweet burgers with a bold twist.

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 lb ground beef
02 - 8 slices bacon
03 - 4 hamburger buns
04 - 1 cup blackberries
05 - 8 oz cream cheese
06 - 1/2 cup sugar
07 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
08 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Steps:

01 - Cook the bacon until crispy in a skillet over medium heat. Remove from pan and set aside.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with salt and pepper, then form into 4 patties.
03 - Cook the patties in the same skillet as the bacon, about 4-5 minutes per side or until desired doneness.
04 - In a separate bowl, mix together the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
05 - Toast the hamburger buns in a toaster or on a skillet.
06 - Assemble the burger by spreading the cream cheese mixture on the bottom bun, then adding the cooked patty, bacon slices, and blackberries on top.
07 - Place the top bun on the burger and serve hot.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, let cream cheese come to room temperature before mixing.
02 - Choose fresh, firm blackberries for optimal texture.
03 - Cook bacon until crispy to maintain texture contrast.
04 - Toast buns to prevent sogginess from cream cheese mixture.