Bacon-Wrapped Hamburgers

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Makes

6 servings

Updated: May. 27, 2022
Since South Dakota summers are so short, we grill out as often as we can when the weather is warm. By mixing the cheese into the burger, I know I'll get a little cheese in every bite. —Dana Matthies, Parker, South Dakota
Bacon-Wrapped Hamburgers Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 6 bacon strips
  • 6 hamburger buns, split

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Add beef; mix thoroughly. Shape into six patties. Wrap a bacon strip around sides of each patty; secure with a toothpick.
  2. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Discard toothpicks. Serve on buns.
Editor's Note If you prefer, you can bake Bacon-Wrapped Hamburgers in a baking dish at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts

1 burger: 428 calories, 26g fat (11g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 823mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.