Pumpkin Chili Cheese Burger
A delicious burger combining hearty chili flavors, creamy cheddar, and a surprising twist of pumpkin puree and spicy maple drizzle.
Ingredients
Burger Patties
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- ½ cup finely chopped onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pieces hamburger buns
Spicy Maple Drizzle
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all the ingredients including chopping the onion finely.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, pumpkin puree, chopped onion, cheddar cheese, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix gently until blended; avoid overworking the meat.
Cooking
- Form the mixture into four equal patties, about 1 inch thick.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they reach desired doneness.
- In a small bowl, mix maple syrup and hot sauce to create the spicy maple drizzle.
- Toast hamburger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster.
- Assemble the burgers on the toasted buns, drizzle with the spicy maple sauce, and serve.
Notes
Customize with toppings such as avocado, jalapeños, or ranch dressing. For vegetarian options, substitute ground beef with black beans or veggie burgers. Gluten-free buns can be used to accommodate dietary needs.