BBQ Cheddar Burger with Pineapple and Bacon
The following recipe and photography was provided by recipe developer and food photographer, Ashley Durand of Plate & Pen.
Heinen’s BBQ Cheddar Burger beef patties bring smoky, savory depth that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of soft King’s Hawaiian buns.
Whether grilled, pan-seared or cooked on a flat top, these ready-to-cook patties make it effortless to serve up gourmet-quality burgers at home. Simply add your favorite toppings like crispy bacon or a tangy barbecue drizzle.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Fresh, In-House Quality. Heinen’s Gourmet Burgers are a Fan Favorite for a reason! Made fresh in-store with premium CARE Certified beef and cheddar blended right into the patty, you’ll get a rich, juicy flavor and steakhouse-quality texture every time.
- Get Creative with Toppings. Topping combinations are endless! From crispy bacon and caramelized onions to tangy pickles or a drizzle of your favorite barbecue sauce, you can customize each burger to match your cravings. It’s also a win for families with picky eaters! Everyone can build their burger just the way they like it, making mealtime flexible and stress-free.
- Bold Sweet & Savory Flavor. The smoky cheddar pairs with tangy teriyaki sauce, caramelized pineapple, and crispy hickory bacon for a crave-worthy combination of sweet, salty, and umami in every bite.
Looking for more burger inspiration? Check out my Turkey Goat Cheese Burger with Apricot Preserves.
BBQ Cheddar Burger with Pineapple and Bacon
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 2 Heinen's Fan Favorite Gourmet BBQ Cheddar Burgers
- Heinen's American Cheese Singles
- Heinen's Thick Cut Hickory Bacon
- Pineapple slices (thin)
- Two Brothers BBQ Sauce (for serving)
- Two Brothers Teriyaki Sauce (for marinating)
- King's Hawaiian Sweet Hamburger Buns
- Lettuce
- Olive oil
Instructions
Note: If you would like to add a teriyaki-flavored flair to this burger, add patties to a Ziploc bag with Two Brothers Teriyaki Sauce to marinate in refrigerator for about 30 mins – 1 hour before cooking.
- Bake the bacon first at 400F for 15-20 minutes depending on thickness. I bake the strips on a rack within a tray so that it’s not sitting in it’s own grease getting soft. When done, I baste lightly with BBQ sauce and salt and pepper them lightly.
- Cut bacon into thick 3inch pieces for the burgers later.
- Slice cored pineapple and set aside.
- Prepare a skillet on medium-high heat to get it hot, then add a splash of olive oil and cook burgers to your liking. We just don’t when them to stick if the pan isn’t hot enough!
- Lower the temperature once it’s cooked on the first side (for a minute).
- These burgers will cook fast and burn if left on high. When it’s about ready, place cheese slices on top to melt.
- Once patties are cooked to your liking, assemble burgers in the following order: bottom bun, lettuce, patty with cheese, a splash of BBQ sauce, pineapple, bacon, and top bun.
