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Blue Cheese Burgers

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These gourmet burgers combine blue cheese both in the patty and sauce, complemented by crispy pancetta and sweet onion chutney. The perfect balance of flavors and textures.

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Fatiha
By Fatiha Fatiha
Last updated Sun, 11 May 2025 20:58:09 GMT
A juicy hamburger with a beef patty, blue cheese, bacon, red onion, and lettuce, all served in a toasted brioche bun. Pin
A juicy hamburger with a beef patty, blue cheese, bacon, red onion, and lettuce, all served in a toasted brioche bun. | zestplate.com

Fancy Blue Cheese Burgers Topped With Pancetta 🧀🥓

Treat yourself to these Blue Cheese Burgers that pack a punch. They're made with moist beef mixed with tangy blue cheese, topped with crunchy pancetta, and drizzled with a creamy blue cheese topping. Pop them on handcrafted brioche rolls with a spoonful of onion jam for a taste that'll upgrade your regular dinner or make your cookout extra special.

What Makes This Burger Special

  • Taste Combo: The mix of blue cheese with pancetta gives you salty, tangy, and crunchy all at once.
  • Works Anywhere: Perfect whether you're grilling outside or cooking in your kitchen.
  • Family Favorite: The rich flavors win over even the fussiest little eaters.
  • From Scratch: The DIY buns and simple cheese sauce make these stand out from regular burgers.

Shopping List

  • Ground Beef: Go for meat with 20% fat content so your burgers stay juicy and tasty.
  • Blue Cheese: Brings a sharp, creamy kick to both the meat mix and the sauce.
  • Pancetta: Gets super crunchy and adds an amazing topping texture.
  • Onion Chutney: Adds a sweet and tangy pop that works great with the savory burger.
  • Brioche Buns: They're tender, buttery, and just a bit sweet - the dream foundation for any burger.

How To Make Blue Cheese Burgers Topped With Pancetta

Mix Your Burger Patties
Grab a big bowl and toss in your ground beef with some crumbled blue cheese. Add a bit of salt and pepper, then mix it all up with light fingers. Shape them into patties about an inch thick, and push your thumb into the middle of each one. Stick them in the fridge for half an hour to get firm.
Cook The Pancetta
While your patties are cooling down, put a big pan on medium heat. Spread out your pancetta slices and let them cook till they're nice and crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Move them to some paper towels to soak up the extra fat and keep their crunch.
Make Your Cheese Sauce
Grab a small pot and mix your blue cheese with some cream. Keep the heat low and don't stop stirring as the cheese starts to melt. Once it's all smooth, turn off the heat and maybe add some pepper if you want.
Cook Your Burgers
Get your pan or grill really hot. Throw those cold patties on and let them sizzle for 3-4 minutes until you can see nice marks on the bottom. Flip them over and give them another 3-4 minutes for a medium burger.
Stack Everything Up
Start with your warm brioche buns and smear lots of onion chutney on the bottom piece. Put your hot burger on top, add the crunchy pancetta, pour on some of that cheese sauce, and add some greens if you want. Put the top bun on and get ready for a burger that'll blow your mind.

Pro Cooking Tips

  • Be Gentle With The Meat: Mix your burger ingredients lightly so they don't get tough.
  • Cool Before Cooking: Putting the patties in the fridge for 15 minutes helps them stay together.
  • Switch The Cheese: If blue cheese isn't your thing, try some feta or goat cheese instead.
  • Warm The Buns: A quick toast gives your buns extra crunch and brings out their flavor.
A delicious burger with melted blue cheese, crispy bacon strips, and red onion slices on a golden brioche bun.
A delicious burger with melted blue cheese, crispy bacon strips, and red onion slices on a golden brioche bun. | zestplate.com

What To Serve On The Side

  • Sweet Potato Fries: Their natural sweetness works great with these burgers.
  • Simple Green Salad: Adds a light, crisp contrast to the rich burger.
  • Crispy Beer Onion Rings: A traditional, crunchy side that everyone loves.
  • Homemade Slaw: The cool creaminess balances out the strong burger flavors.

Customization Ideas

  • Spice It Up: Throw on some jalapeño slices or drizzle with spicy honey.
  • Meatless Version: Swap the beef for big mushroom caps or veggie patties.
  • Extra Goodies: Try adding slow-cooked onions, sliced avocado, or even a runny egg on top.

Recipe FAQs

→ Why chill the patties?

Chilling helps burgers hold shape and prevents falling apart during cooking.

→ Can I use different cheese?

Blue cheese provides distinct flavor but other strong cheeses work too.

→ Why press burgers while cooking?

Ensures even cooking and good contact with pan for proper browning.

→ Can I make sauce ahead?

Yes, prepare sauce up to 2 days ahead and refrigerate.

→ Can I grill these burgers?

Yes, but handle carefully due to cheese content in patties.

Blue Cheese Burgers

Juicy beef burgers with crumbled blue cheese, topped with crispy pancetta, onion chutney and homemade blue cheese sauce.

Preparation Time
35 min
Cooking Time
10 min
Total Duration
45 min
By Fatiha: Fatiha

Category: Main Dishes

Skill Level: Intermediate

Cuisine: British

Output: 6 Servings (6)

Dietary Preferences: ~

Ingredients

01 500g beef mince.
02 1 red onion.
03 55g blue cheese, crumbled.
04 55g fresh breadcrumbs.
05 1 large egg, beaten.
06 1 tbsp parsley, chopped.
07 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce.
08 1 tsp Dijon mustard.
09 1 tsp salt.
10 1/2 tsp black pepper.
11 Tabasco sauce.
12 150g blue cheese.
13 4-5 tbsp sour cream.
14 1 tbsp fresh chives.
15 1-2 tbsp olive oil.
16 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce.
17 6 slices pancetta.
18 Onion chutney.
19 6 brioche buns.

Directions

Step 01

Combine beef mince, crumbled blue cheese, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, and finely chopped onion in large bowl.

Step 02

Add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, chopped parsley, salt, pepper and Tabasco to meat mixture.

Step 03

Mix ingredients thoroughly but gently with hands until everything is evenly distributed.

Step 04

Form mixture into six equal-sized thick patties, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 05

Cover formed patties with plastic wrap and refrigerate for exactly 30 minutes to firm.

Step 06

Heat skillet over medium-high heat until hot enough for pancetta to sizzle.

Step 07

Cook pancetta slices until completely crisp, then remove and set aside.

Step 08

Cook burgers in same pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 09

Press burgers gently with spatula while cooking to ensure even contact with pan.

Step 10

Meanwhile, combine crumbled blue cheese, sour cream, chives, oil and Worcestershire for sauce.

Step 11

Adjust sauce consistency with additional sour cream if needed until spreadable.

Step 12

Toast brioche buns until golden brown on cut sides.

Step 13

Spread onion chutney generously on bottom half of each bun.

Step 14

Place cooked burger on chutney-spread bun bottom.

Step 15

Top each burger with crispy pancetta and generous amount of blue cheese sauce before adding bun top.

Notes

  1. Gourmet version.
  2. Make sauce ahead.
  3. Restaurant quality.
  4. Rich flavors.

Required Equipment

  • Large skillet.
  • Mixing bowls.
  • Plastic wrap.
  • Spatula.

Allergen Information

Review each component for possible allergens and consult a health professional when concerned.
  • Dairy (cheese, sour cream).
  • Eggs.
  • Wheat (breadcrumbs, buns).

Nutritional Information (per serving)

These figures serve as estimates and are not a substitute for medical advice.
  • Calories: 580
  • Fat: 38 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Protein: 32 g