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Blue Cheese Burgers

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These premium burgers blend rich blue cheese in both patty and sauce, paired perfectly with crisp pancetta and sweet onion chutney. A flavorful, texture-filled treat.

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Updated on Tue, 18 Mar 2025 18:54:20 GMT
A mouthwatering burger with a beef patty, crumbled blue cheese, crispy pancetta, sliced red onions, and fresh lettuce on a toasted brioche bun. Pin it
A mouthwatering burger with a beef patty, crumbled blue cheese, crispy pancetta, sliced red onions, and fresh lettuce on a toasted brioche bun. | chefmelt.com

Mouthwatering Blue Cheese Burgers With Pancetta Crunch 🧀🥓

Take a bite of these Blue Cheese Burgers with moist beef mixed with tangy blue cheese, topped with crunchy pancetta and smothered in a smooth blue cheese topping. Nestled between soft homemade brioche with sweet onion relish, these tasty burgers bring gourmet flavor to your table – perfect for spicing up weeknights or impressing guests at cookouts.

What Makes This So Special

  • Taste Symphony: The mix of tangy cheese and crispy pancetta creates unforgettable bites.
  • Works Anywhere: Great for outdoor grilling or cooking inside on rainy days.
  • Family Favorite: The savory patties win over even the fussiest little eaters.
  • From Scratch Goodness: Handmade buns and simple cheese sauce make these truly special.

What You'll Need

  • Ground Beef: Go for meat with good marbling (80/20 mix) to keep patties juicy.
  • Blue Cheese: Brings bold, creamy tang to both meat mixture and topping.
  • Pancetta: Turns golden and crunchy for an amazing burger crown.
  • Onion Chutney: Adds sweet-tangy notes that balance the rich flavors.
  • Brioche Buns: Tender, rich, and just a bit sweet for the perfect foundation.

How To Make Them

Mix Your Burger Blend
Grab a big bowl and gently mix your beef with chunks of blue cheese. Add a pinch of salt and pepper then lightly work everything together with your fingers. Form round patties about an inch thick and push your thumb into the middle of each one. Stick them in the fridge for at least half an hour to set up nicely.
Get The Pancetta Ready
While the patties chill grab a skillet and warm it over medium heat. Spread your pancetta pieces flat in the pan and let them sizzle until they turn nice and crispy around 3-4 minutes each side. Move them to some paper towels to soak up extra fat and keep their crunch.
Create Your Cheese Topping
Grab a small pot and mix your blue cheese with cream over low heat. Keep stirring as the cheese slowly melts down. Once it's all smooth and velvety pull it off the stove and maybe add a bit of pepper if you want.
Cook Your Burgers
Make sure your pan or grill is super hot. Put those cold patties on and let them cook about 3-4 minutes until you can see nice marks forming. Flip them once and cook another 3-4 minutes for a juicy medium doneness.
Put It All Together
Warm up your brioche buns then spread a thick layer of onion chutney on the bottom half. Put your hot burger on top then add your crunchy pancetta slices. Pour some of that creamy cheese sauce over everything add some leafy greens and pop the top bun on. Now you're ready for burger heaven.

Pro Tricks For The Best Results

  • Mix It Gently: Don't squish the meat too much or your burgers will turn tough.
  • Cold Patties Cook Better: Popping them in the fridge for 15 minutes helps them stay intact.
  • Switch Up Your Cheese: If blue's too strong try some crumbled feta or goat cheese instead.
  • Don't Skip Bun Toasting: A quick toast adds crunch and stops soggy bottoms.
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A juicy burger topped with blue cheese, crispy bacon, and red onions, served on a shiny brioche bun. | chefmelt.com

What To Serve With It

  • Sweet Potato Fries: Their natural sweetness works great alongside.
  • Simple Green Salad: Adds a light, crisp balance to the hearty burger.
  • Crispy Onion Rings: The ultimate satisfying side for burger fans.
  • Homestyle Slaw: Cool and tangy to cut through the richness.

Ways To Switch It Up

  • Bring Some Spice: Throw on some fresh jalapeño slices or drizzle with spicy honey.
  • Meatless Version: Swap in big mushroom caps or veggie patties instead of beef.
  • Extra Goodies: Try slow-cooked onions, sliced avocado, or a runny egg on top for extra wow.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why is putting the patties in the fridge important?

Chilling them makes sure they stay together and don't fall apart while cooking.

→ Can another kind of cheese replace blue cheese?

Of course! While blue cheese adds a unique punch, other strong varieties like Roquefort or Comté also work great.

→ Why press the burgers as they cook?

This guarantees they cook evenly and develop a nice sear from the pan.

→ Could I prepare the sauce before serving?

Totally, just make it ahead and store it in the fridge for up to two days.

→ Are these OK to grill instead of frying?

Grilling works! But handle the patties carefully since the cheese inside can make them a bit delicate.

Blue Cheese Burgers

Tender beef patties loaded with blue cheese crumbles, topped with crunchy pancetta, sweet onion chutney, and a creamy blue cheese sauce.

Prep Time
35 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
45 Minutes

Category: Main Dish Recipes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: British

Yield: 6 Servings (6)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 500g ground beef.
02 1 large red onion.
03 55g crumbled Roquefort cheese.
04 55g soft breadcrumbs.
05 1 egg, whisked lightly.
06 1 tbsp of finely chopped parsley.
07 2 tsp of Lea & Perrins sauce.
08 1 tsp of French Dijon mustard.
09 1 tsp of salt.
10 1/2 tsp of freshly cracked black pepper.
11 Hot sauce (Tabasco).
12 150g of Roquefort cheese.
13 4-5 tbsp of crème fraîche.
14 1 tbsp of freshly chopped chives.
15 1-2 tbsp of olive oil for cooking.
16 1 tsp of Lea & Perrins sauce.
17 6 slices of thinly sliced smoked poitrine.
18 Onion confit.
19 6 buttery brioche buns.

Instructions

Step 01

Throw the minced beef, the crumbled Roquefort, breadcrumbs, whisked egg, and finely chopped red onion together in one big mixing bowl.

Step 02

Stir in Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, parsley bits, salt, pepper, and a dash of Tabasco to season the mixture.

Step 03

Work everything together with your hands in the bowl, but don’t overdo it—just mix enough until it’s evenly blended.

Step 04

Mold the mixture into 6 thick patties, dividing evenly. Be gentle—don’t handle the meat too much.

Step 05

Cover the patties up with some plastic film and pop them into the fridge for 30 minutes. This will firm them up.

Step 06

Get a skillet good and hot over medium-high heat. Add the poitrine slices—it'll sizzle up nicely.

Step 07

Let the poitrine cook until it's all crispy, then take it out and set aside.

Step 08

Using the same pan, fry up the burgers for about 3-4 minutes per side over medium heat.

Step 09

While cooking, press the patties down gently with a spatula to ensure they brown fully and evenly.

Step 10

In the meantime, blend together crumbled Roquefort, crème fraîche, chives, olive oil, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce to make a spreadable sauce.

Step 11

If the sauce’s too thick, add a bit more crème fraîche until it spreads easily.

Step 12

Toast the inside of your brioche buns until they’re just golden and warm.

Step 13

Generously spread onion confit onto the bottom piece of each toasted bun.

Step 14

Place a freshly cooked burger patty right onto the confit-covered bun halves.

Step 15

Add crispy poitrine slices, then pour on a nice dollop of Roquefort sauce before placing the top bun back on.

Notes

  1. Fancy restaurant-style burger.
  2. Prep the sauce beforehand to save time.
  3. Packed with bold flavors.
  4. A rich and satisfying meal!

Tools You'll Need

  • Wide frying pan or skillet.
  • Mixing bowls for blending ingredients.
  • Plastic wrap or cling film.
  • A solid cooking spatula.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy (cheese, crème fraîche).
  • Contains eggs.
  • Contains gluten (bread, brioche).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 580
  • Total Fat: 38 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 28 g
  • Protein: 32 g