Smash Burger with Baconnaise Sauce

Introduction
This Smash Burger with Baconnaise Sauce recipe brings together crispy, juicy burgers with a smoky, bacon-infused sauce that will elevate your burger game. Perfect for cookouts, casual dinners, or satisfying your burger cravings, these burgers are guaranteed to be a hit with every bite!

Ingredients
For the Smash Burgers:
1 lb ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional, for extra depth)
4 slices American cheese (or your favorite melty cheese)
4 brioche or potato buns
1 tbsp butter (for toasting buns)
For the Baconnaise Sauce:
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup cooked bacon, finely crumbled
1 tbsp bacon grease (for extra flavor)
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
Optional Burger Toppings:
Lettuce
Tomato slices
Pickles
Caramelized onions
Extra crispy bacon
How to Make
Step 1: Make the Baconnaise Sauce